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SF56 UBD

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,849 mi
Last recorded96,849 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 UBD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 96,849 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 92,026 miles

nsr coil spring has last 25mm missing but still seated correctly

Pass 9 Nov 2013 88,302 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 84,836 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 84,835 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Nov 2011 74,440 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 54,259 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 38,630 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,610 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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SF56 UBD is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SF56 UBD, 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 SF56 UBD registered?

SF56 UBD is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is SF56 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF56 UBD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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