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OE56 VTC

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,139 mi
Last recorded139,139 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 VTC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 139,139 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 133,562 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 126,538 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 126,536 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2022 117,305 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 106,367 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 100,830 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 95,476 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 88,175 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 79,512 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 64,004 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 64,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 55,218 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 44,255 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 37,687 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 31,549 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 Dec 2009 23,635 miles

near side rear tyre wall slight damage , cords not exposed or bulge

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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OE56 VTC 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 88.2%.

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 OE56 VTC, 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 OE56 VTC registered?

OE56 VTC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is OE56 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE56 VTC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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