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MF06 LDC

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

115,113 mi
Last recorded115,113 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 LDC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2024 115,113 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2024 111,210 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 100,049 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 96,805 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 93,680 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Tinted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Steering noise on drive

Fail 27 Nov 2020 93,678 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Tinted (4.1.4 (b))

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

steering noise on drive

Pass 7 Nov 2018 84,807 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 84,807 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 84,797 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 81,181 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 70,686 miles

E.M.L on

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

engine cover-under trays fitted

front brake discs corroded

front wipers smearing

Fail 29 Jul 2016 70,686 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

E.M.L on

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

engine cover-under trays fitted

front brake discs corroded

front wipers smearing

Pass 15 Jul 2015 64,286 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 56,649 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 50,297 miles

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

nearside rear stop and tail lamp not working - one of two

Fail 30 May 2013 50,243 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside rear stop and tail lamp not working - one of two

Pass 20 Jun 2012 43,292 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 43,228 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 36,876 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 36,698 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 29,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 29,955 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,920 miles

advise unable to check for leaks/corrosion due to manufacturers undertrays being fitted.

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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MF06 LDC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF06 LDC, 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 MF06 LDC registered?

MF06 LDC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is MF06 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF06 LDC shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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