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MC55 FFA

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

185,351 mi
Last recorded185,351 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC55 FFA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 May 2022 185,351 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 181,471 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 174,661 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 173,221 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2018 168,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2017 161,709 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 152,176 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 139,184 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 129,403 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 119,016 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 104,370 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 86,603 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 68,028 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 48,840 miles

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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MC55 FFA is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MC55 FFA, 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 MC55 FFA registered?

MC55 FFA is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 16 February 2006.

Is MC55 FFA safe to buy?

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