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SH56 VGZ

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,717 mi
Last recorded106,717 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 VGZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 106,717 miles

offside front tyre worn low.

Pass 18 Nov 2017 95,006 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 89,413 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 82,291 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 76,507 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 76,507 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 73,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2014 72,956 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 60,792 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2012 58,699 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s headlamp slight movement lamp has been glued.

signs of exhaust blow under bonnet.

Fail 12 Oct 2012 58,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s headlamp slight movement lamp has been glued.

signs of exhaust blow under bonnet.

Pass 18 Oct 2011 48,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

possible small exhaust blow engine area.

Pass 2 Nov 2010 40,486 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 40,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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SH56 VGZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SH56 VGZ, 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 SH56 VGZ registered?

SH56 VGZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is SH56 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 VGZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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