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PJ56 EFX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

130,644 mi
Last recorded130,644 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 EFX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 130,644 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 119,755 miles

crack in windscreen

Pass 2 Oct 2020 115,836 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 May 2019 110,258 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 110,257 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 May 2018 104,450 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 104,450 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour both (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 101,728 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 101,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 93,567 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 83,474 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 73,158 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 61,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2012 53,747 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 53,696 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,280 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 39,941 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 37,773 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 27,386 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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PJ56 EFX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PJ56 EFX, 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 PJ56 EFX registered?

PJ56 EFX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is PJ56 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ56 EFX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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