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RO56 AXR

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,582 mi
Last recorded155,582 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 155,582 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 151,720 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 143,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

advise handbrake travel

Pass 2 Aug 2023 139,588 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 137,123 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 135,009 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 132,470 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 132,470 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 125,127 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 119,475 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 114,202 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 114,202 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 106,447 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 100,204 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 96,376 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 91,612 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 86,560 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 73,552 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 55,689 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,718 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 AXR is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RO56 AXR, 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 AXR registered?

RO56 AXR is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is RO56 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 AXR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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