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SK56 MMV

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

164,796 mi
Last recorded164,796 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 MMV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 164,796 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 157,119 miles

rear subframe and all suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2017 150,157 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear heat shield loose over rear exhaust box

slight engine oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2017 144,785 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front mirror cover missing

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

warning light on

Fail 23 Jun 2017 144,789 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front mirror cover missing

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

warning light on

Pass 24 Jun 2016 137,014 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 125,856 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 113,216 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,332 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 80,724 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 60,963 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 43,866 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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SK56 MMV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SK56 MMV, 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 SK56 MMV registered?

SK56 MMV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is SK56 MMV safe to buy?

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