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PNZ 3292

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

201,059 mi
Last recorded201,059 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNZ 3292
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 201,059 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 201,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 196,891 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 193,103 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2022 179,030 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 178,815 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked in 2 places (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 172,327 miles

Nearside & Offside rear shock covers broken

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside rear lamp lens cracked

Propshaft front rubber damper deteriorated

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 172,201 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Between front flexi joint and centre (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Front flexi clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside & Offside rear shock covers broken

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside rear lamp lens cracked

Propshaft front rubber damper deteriorated

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 164,744 miles

Nearside & Offside rear shock absorber covers broken

Pass 12 Jun 2019 156,451 miles

Nearside & Offside rear shock absorber covers broken

Pass 12 Jun 2018 149,439 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 136,147 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 136,125 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2017 136,020 miles

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 116,057 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 105,717 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 98,017 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

oil leak from diff

Fail 23 Apr 2014 98,017 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

oil leak from diff

Pass 30 Apr 2013 80,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2013 80,120 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 62,108 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2012 62,108 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PNZ 3292 is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PNZ 3292, 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 PNZ 3292 registered?

PNZ 3292 is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is PNZ 3292 safe to buy?

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