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MM06 XGS

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

148,198 mi
Last recorded148,198 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM06 XGS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 148,198 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 143,832 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 134,934 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 130,323 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 123,741 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2020 123,741 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 116,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 108,683 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 98,569 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 98,549 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 84,190 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2015 84,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2014 73,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 60,845 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 60,801 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 51,832 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 44,581 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 35,555 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 35,555 miles

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

front discs pitted and corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2010 33,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 27,861 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,590 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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MM06 XGS is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MM06 XGS, 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 MM06 XGS registered?

MM06 XGS is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is MM06 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM06 XGS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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