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OBG 322

2006 BMW X3

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

182,561 mi
Last recorded182,561 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBG 322
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 182,561 miles

parking brake only just met performance 16%

Pass 7 Aug 2025 176,681 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 176,681 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 171,907 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2023 165,127 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Aug 2022 160,260 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 156,607 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 154,764 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 150,021 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one of pair (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 144,847 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 139,076 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged tyre valve (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 133,436 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 127,564 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 116,223 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 103,766 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2012 90,647 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 76,191 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 56,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 40,459 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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OBG 322 is a 2006 BMW X3 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OBG 322, 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 OBG 322 registered?

OBG 322 is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is OBG 322 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBG 322 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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