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SA56 MFN

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

120,794 mi
Last recorded120,794 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 MFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 120,794 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 115,506 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 115,398 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 104,222 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre stop lamp bulbs innop but not less than 50% (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 92,833 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 78,705 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 78,705 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 64,099 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 64,099 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 55,898 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 55,888 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 55,886 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 52,534 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 47,236 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2011 41,501 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 33,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,942 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 31,732 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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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SA56 MFN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SA56 MFN, 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 SA56 MFN registered?

SA56 MFN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is SA56 MFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA56 MFN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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