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RA06 UBO

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

124,120 mi
Last recorded124,120 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA06 UBO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 124,120 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 119,384 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 113,961 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 110,199 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 105,223 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 101,808 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 97,942 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 93,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 87,960 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jan 2017 83,660 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)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 79,675 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 74,895 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 74,895 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 70,310 miles

Emission test carried out, no readings, OK

O/S and N/S front brake discs rusty

O/S and N/S rear brake discs rusty

Pass 26 Nov 2012 66,417 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 56,294 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 47,282 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,918 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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RA06 UBO is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RA06 UBO, 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 RA06 UBO registered?

RA06 UBO is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 25 July 2006.

Is RA06 UBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA06 UBO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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