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N17 NDE

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,048 mi
Last recorded148,048 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN17 NDE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 148,048 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 132,214 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 115,699 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 101,366 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 86,273 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 68,274 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2012 68,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 52,085 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 36,204 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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N17 NDE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 N17 NDE, 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 N17 NDE registered?

N17 NDE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is N17 NDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N17 NDE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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