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NV56 XOU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

174,332 mi
Last recorded174,332 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV56 XOU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 174,332 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

slight engine oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2019 172,542 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 165,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 155,980 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 146,038 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 130,795 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 116,871 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 Nov 2014 116,871 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 14 Nov 2013 105,852 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 105,852 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 89,021 miles

advise exhaust mount missing

unable to visually inspect inner brake pads

Pass 31 Oct 2011 77,375 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 53,067 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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NV56 XOU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 NV56 XOU, 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.

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What year was NV56 XOU registered?

NV56 XOU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 26 December 2006.

Is NV56 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV56 XOU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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