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SA56 UOJ

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,425 mi
Last recorded111,425 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 UOJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 111,425 miles

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

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2025 102,406 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms & mountings corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension components undersealed.

Fail 24 Mar 2025 102,406 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms & mountings corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension components undersealed.

Pass 25 Mar 2024 95,351 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both wheels (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all suspension components undersealed

all underbody undersealed

undertray fitted obscuring components

Fail 6 Mar 2024 95,351 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested no parking brake (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ALL FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE SURFACE CORROSSION

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both wheels (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear back plate catching disc or wheel

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both wheels (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted obscuring testable components

Pass 23 Jun 2022 95,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Fail 23 Jun 2022 95,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 12 Nov 2019 94,387 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 92,369 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 89,522 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 89,522 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 86,751 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 84,165 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 80,986 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 80,986 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 73,265 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 69,280 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 56,082 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,535 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 43,535 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 31,096 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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SA56 UOJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UOJ, 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 SA56 UOJ registered?

SA56 UOJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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