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SKZ 1581

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,874 mi
Last recorded102,874 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKZ 1581
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 102,874 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Led flashing intermittently (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Led flashing intermittently (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 102,869 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Led flashing intermittently (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Led flashing intermittently (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 100,829 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 98,573 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 98,101 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 98,101 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 96,852 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 96,852 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 95,863 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit, Inner Shoulder Worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre Tread 3mm.

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 95,863 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit, Inner Shoulder Worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre Tread 3mm.

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 94,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 88,037 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 87,387 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 78,330 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 68,615 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 58,135 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 49,126 miles

N/S/R tyre close to limit on 2mm

O/S/R rear tyre close to limit on 2mm

Fail 29 Jul 2013 49,125 miles

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

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

N/S/R tyre close to limit on 2mm

O/S/R rear tyre close to limit on 2mm

Pass 9 Aug 2012 37,167 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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SKZ 1581 is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SKZ 1581, 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 SKZ 1581 registered?

SKZ 1581 is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is SKZ 1581 safe to buy?

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