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RO56 AXF

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

128,044 mi
Last recorded128,044 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 AXF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 128,044 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 126,735 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 126,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 125,135 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 125,135 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 121,808 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 121,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear pads more than half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Central Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads over half worn advice to replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 117,251 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 107,778 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/55 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre 235/55 R17 ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/55 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/55 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 103,493 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jan 2020 103,493 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 92,780 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 84,274 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 74,524 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 74,449 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 68,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2014 63,850 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 17 Oct 2014 63,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Oct 2013 58,294 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 51,677 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 42,860 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 35,260 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 27,144 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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RO56 AXF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 RO56 AXF, 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 RO56 AXF registered?

RO56 AXF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is RO56 AXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 AXF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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