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RN55 GUF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,143 mi
Last recorded107,143 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 GUF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 107,143 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 99,290 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 88,493 miles

major oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2017 88,492 miles

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

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

major oil leak

Pass 3 May 2016 80,165 miles

both front tyres near limit

os and ns front suspension arm bushes have wear

Fail 3 May 2016 80,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres near limit

os and ns front suspension arm bushes have wear

Pass 7 May 2015 72,942 miles

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 64,808 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 55,472 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,085 miles

o/s/r outer driveshaft boot split but still preventing water ingress

Fail 24 Apr 2012 50,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2011 44,621 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 38,227 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 30,454 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)

The differential is leaking oil

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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RN55 GUF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RN55 GUF, 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 RN55 GUF registered?

RN55 GUF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is RN55 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN55 GUF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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