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PK06 VCU

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

201,295 mi
Last recorded201,295 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK06 VCU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 201,295 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 201,295 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 194,156 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 185,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

plastic covers not allowing a complete inspection of both side sills

Pass 22 Jun 2012 173,022 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 132,094 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 99,228 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 53,521 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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PK06 VCU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PK06 VCU, 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 PK06 VCU registered?

PK06 VCU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is PK06 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK06 VCU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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