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NU04 LAM

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,007 mi
Last recorded36,007 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU04 LAM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 36,007 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 47,428 miles

chip in screen

Pass 18 Oct 2010 37,290 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,205 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn edges

rear tyres worn low

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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NU04 LAM is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NU04 LAM, 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 NU04 LAM registered?

NU04 LAM is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is NU04 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU04 LAM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU04 LAM have outstanding finance?

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