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RV56 ECF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,099 mi
Last recorded126,099 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 ECF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 126,099 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 121,280 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 121,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 113,585 miles

Engine cover under trays and sill trims fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES inner and outer disc faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 100,361 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 92,858 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 78,486 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 61,241 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 52,166 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 42,635 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 42,635 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 29,384 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Oct 2010 17,122 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 9,663 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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RV56 ECF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV56 ECF, 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.

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What year was RV56 ECF registered?

RV56 ECF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is RV56 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 ECF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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