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MF06 OOA

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,257 mi
Last recorded142,257 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 OOA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 142,257 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 142,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Apr 2021 135,086 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 135,086 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 130,559 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 119,572 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 112,427 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 110,079 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 105,055 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 100,027 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 94,593 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 89,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 89,432 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 88,103 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 80,506 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 65,675 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 51,434 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 51,434 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 34,293 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 34,030 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre has damage to the outer sidewall

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 OOA 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 75%.

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 OOA, 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.

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What year was MF06 OOA registered?

MF06 OOA is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2006.

Is MF06 OOA safe to buy?

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