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MX56 OSC

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

161,318 mi
Last recorded161,318 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 OSC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 161,318 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 155,625 miles

Front coil springs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2019 151,805 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning middle stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

undertray fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2019 140,804 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 131,261 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Fail 19 Dec 2017 131,261 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 115,493 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 106,662 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 98,316 miles

No Emissions Detected

Fail 9 Dec 2014 98,316 miles

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

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

No Emissions Detected

Pass 20 Nov 2013 92,145 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)

slight missting of diesel on engine

Pass 8 Oct 2012 81,309 miles

fluid leak possible clutch slave cylinder

front brake discs slghtly worn

Pass 19 Oct 2011 70,558 miles

Front pads worn low

Pass 25 Oct 2010 62,841 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 51,954 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 51,954 miles

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

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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MX56 OSC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 MX56 OSC, 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 MX56 OSC registered?

MX56 OSC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is MX56 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX56 OSC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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