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PX56 FJZ

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

119,737 mi
Last recorded119,737 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX56 FJZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 119,737 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 119,737 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 110,025 miles

Zero readings emissions

Fail 20 Oct 2020 115,023 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Zero readings emissions

Pass 21 Oct 2019 109,826 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 109,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2018 104,042 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 95,865 miles

emissions to weak to read

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2017 95,865 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

emissions to weak to read

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2016 88,129 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 88,129 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 81,116 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 73,348 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 69,220 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 65,396 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 53,307 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 42,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Sep 2010 34,351 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 34,351 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 25,857 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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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PX56 FJZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PX56 FJZ, 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 PX56 FJZ registered?

PX56 FJZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is PX56 FJZ safe to buy?

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