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NC56 SXN

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

161,509 mi
Last recorded161,509 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC56 SXN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 161,509 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 147,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 138,847 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Upper Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 131,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 124,113 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 119,396 miles

Both rear tyres cracking around central tread patterns

Engine covers fitted

Under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2017 112,486 miles

Both front tyre's cracking around centre tread patterns

Engine covers fitted

Under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2016 106,229 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 104,353 miles

Rear Wiper split

Undertrays fitted obscuring components.

Pass 1 Jul 2015 89,208 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,623 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 83,316 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 77,592 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 55,734 miles

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

front and rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 4 Jul 2011 55,734 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 22 Jul 2010 28,667 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 28,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 21,444 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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NC56 SXN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black 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 NC56 SXN, 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 NC56 SXN registered?

NC56 SXN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 December 2006.

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The MOT history for NC56 SXN shows 18 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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