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OU56 KYJ

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

155,839 mi
Last recorded155,839 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 KYJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 155,839 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 141,036 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 138,508 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 130,073 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2017 121,695 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2016 111,768 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2015 102,578 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 91,270 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2013 80,361 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s front tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2012 68,167 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jan 2012 68,167 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 57,000 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 44,949 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 41,399 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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OU56 KYJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 OU56 KYJ, 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 OU56 KYJ registered?

OU56 KYJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is OU56 KYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU56 KYJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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