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PG06 YBV

2006 BMW X3

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

126,268 mi
Last recorded126,268 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG06 YBV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 126,268 miles

Offside Rear Reflector damage

Pass 6 Nov 2024 123,001 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 120,238 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 116,836 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 113,061 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 108,190 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 104,700 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 100,996 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 97,513 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 93,288 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 90,463 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Nov 2015 90,463 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 87,693 miles

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

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

brake fluid level low

Pass 9 Oct 2013 85,004 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 79,351 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 76,013 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 70,391 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 70,309 miles

o/s/f tyre side wall has slight damage

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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PG06 YBV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Brown with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PG06 YBV, 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 PG06 YBV registered?

PG06 YBV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is PG06 YBV safe to buy?

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