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MX56 XWB

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

178,449 mi
Last recorded178,449 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 XWB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 178,449 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central exhaust slight split recommend replacing soon

Pass 25 Feb 2021 168,806 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 161,696 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 15 Feb 2019 152,130 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 152,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 143,297 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 130,235 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 130,235 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 117,148 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 104,282 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 89,833 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 73,849 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 59,879 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 54,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 43,368 miles

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

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

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 XWB is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XWB, 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 XWB registered?

MX56 XWB is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is MX56 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX56 XWB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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