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NG56 ZXE

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

145,557 mi
Last recorded145,557 miles
Recorded on14 May 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG56 ZXE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2023 145,557 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 143,781 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2021 139,337 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 129,500 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 122,435 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 105,482 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 100,566 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 87,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2014 87,844 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres approx 4mm

Pass 14 Jun 2013 75,234 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2013 75,228 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 66,434 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2011 57,998 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 56,101 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 56,101 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 43,815 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 43,815 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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NG56 ZXE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NG56 ZXE, 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 NG56 ZXE?

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What year was NG56 ZXE registered?

NG56 ZXE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is NG56 ZXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG56 ZXE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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