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PN56 ZYA

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,117 mi
Last recorded64,117 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 ZYA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 64,117 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 61,778 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 61,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Both (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 61,432 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 59,469 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 57,404 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 55,564 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 55,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 33,412 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 50,425 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 47,464 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 44,862 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 40,907 miles

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

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

emissions too clean to record

Pass 10 Oct 2014 36,537 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 30,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 23,537 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 21,344 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 18,678 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 14,630 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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PN56 ZYA is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PN56 ZYA, 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 PN56 ZYA registered?

PN56 ZYA is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is PN56 ZYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN56 ZYA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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