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PK56 VOU

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,507 mi
Last recorded188,507 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK56 VOU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 188,507 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 171,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 159,040 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 143,991 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 126,523 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 118,790 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 118,790 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 103,670 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 103,670 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 87,572 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 77,582 miles

engine coverts & under shields obscuring some components

Pass 9 Nov 2015 66,484 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 59,538 miles

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

Rear brake pads 60/70% worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 53,993 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 46,348 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 40,061 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 34,374 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 27,335 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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PK56 VOU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PK56 VOU, 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 PK56 VOU registered?

PK56 VOU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is PK56 VOU safe to buy?

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