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PJ56 HKU

2006 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,993 mi
Last recorded49,993 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 HKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 49,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 49,169 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 48,371 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 47,571 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 46,885 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 46,109 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 44,595 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 43,178 miles

main earth strap from engine to chassis deteriorated

Pass 21 Apr 2015 40,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Apr 2015 40,360 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 37,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2013 35,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2012 27,479 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 23,554 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 18,368 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 12,235 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 11,941 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 HKU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HKU, 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 HKU registered?

PJ56 HKU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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The MOT history for PJ56 HKU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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