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RE56 MXT

2006 BMW X3

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

168,430 mi
Last recorded168,430 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 MXT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 168,430 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 153,261 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 145,733 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 139,262 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 139,260 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2016 132,147 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 125,060 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 115,352 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 115,352 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 14 Jun 2013

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2013
Pass 28 Sep 2011 72,376 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 55,660 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2010 55,660 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 41,207 miles

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

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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RE56 MXT is a 2006 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RE56 MXT, 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 RE56 MXT registered?

RE56 MXT is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is RE56 MXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 MXT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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