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PY56 FMF

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,116 mi
Last recorded110,116 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY56 FMF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 110,116 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Oct 2015 102,669 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting close and perishing

child seats fitted

front suspension arm (with out ball joints) have play in the bushes

Pass 29 Sep 2014 91,106 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 79,469 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 70,001 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 56,939 miles

body damage to front bumper inc intercooler split

Fail 7 Dec 2011 56,939 miles

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

body damage to front bumper inc intercooler split

Pass 6 Dec 2010 47,775 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 35,062 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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PY56 FMF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PY56 FMF, 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 PY56 FMF registered?

PY56 FMF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is PY56 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY56 FMF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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