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MX56 ZXF

2006 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,967 mi
Last recorded139,967 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 ZXF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 139,967 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2024 139,887 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2023 130,831 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 124,088 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 118,336 miles

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 May 2021 118,330 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Mar 2020 111,693 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 101,096 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 100,617 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 92,185 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,166 miles

Both Front Brake Discs Slightly Worn but not considered excessive

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 71,651 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2014 60,572 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 50,289 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 42,192 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,731 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 24,746 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,102 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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MX56 ZXF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 ZXF, 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 ZXF registered?

MX56 ZXF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is MX56 ZXF safe to buy?

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