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M29 TMB

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,753 mi
Last recorded100,753 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM29 TMB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 100,753 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 100,692 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 89,923 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 79,908 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 71,505 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 70,535 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 69,097 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 67,297 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 63,869 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 60,651 miles

rear pads wearing low

Pass 26 Aug 2016 57,562 miles

both rear tyres 2mm depth

Pass 25 Jun 2015 54,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 53,931 miles

nearside rear tyre 3mm

offside rear tyre 3mm

Fail 30 Jun 2014 53,931 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

nearside front tyre 3mm

offside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 28 Jun 2013 51,658 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 51,658 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 30 May 2012 48,089 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 44,528 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 36,930 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 30,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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M29 TMB is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 87,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M29 TMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M29 TMB registered?

M29 TMB is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is M29 TMB safe to buy?

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