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NA56 VWP

2006 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,922 mi
Last recorded71,922 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA56 VWP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 71,922 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blades smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of engine covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

oil light on

Pass 12 Jun 2025 70,136 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 67,647 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 64,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 64,045 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 61,638 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 56,003 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 52,107 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 49,161 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 46,072 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 44,180 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 44,180 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 42,617 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 42,617 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 38,162 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 33,978 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 28,936 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 23,785 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 19,507 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 16,142 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on outer thread

Pass 30 Jan 2010 14,390 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 12,574 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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NA56 VWP is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NA56 VWP, 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

How do I check the history of NA56 VWP?

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What year was NA56 VWP registered?

NA56 VWP is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is NA56 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA56 VWP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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