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RX55 ZLE

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

149,862 mi
Last recorded149,862 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 ZLE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 149,862 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Undertrays Obscuring View Of Some Components

Pass 12 Nov 2019 140,008 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

underbody undersealed

Fail 12 Nov 2019 140,008 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

underbody undersealed

Pass 16 Nov 2018 127,648 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

underbody undersealed

Pass 17 Nov 2017 114,979 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 114,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 100,913 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 87,354 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Oct 2014 76,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 70,826 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 59,874 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 59,874 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 43,458 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2010 37,900 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 27,511 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 20,288 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 20,288 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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RX55 ZLE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RX55 ZLE, 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 RX55 ZLE registered?

RX55 ZLE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is RX55 ZLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 ZLE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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