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SM06 HRK

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

140,275 mi
Last recorded140,275 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 HRK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 140,275 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 137,161 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 131,679 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 126,891 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 126,878 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 123,201 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 122,567 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all discs have surface rust

Fail 10 Dec 2020 122,547 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault dsc light on (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all discs have surface rust

Pass 30 May 2019 113,523 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2019 113,523 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 109,944 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 May 2017 103,555 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 96,524 miles

Under tray fitted

engine cover fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 91,196 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 91,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 84,737 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 84,737 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 76,448 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 66,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise wiper slightly smeary

Pass 31 Jul 2012 66,730 miles

advise wiper slightly smeary

Pass 25 Jul 2011 53,470 miles

advise front discs lipped

advise tyre pressure warning light on

very strong advise n/s/r tyre right on the limit at time of test

Pass 20 Jul 2010 41,059 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 28,744 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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SM06 HRK is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 SM06 HRK, 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 SM06 HRK registered?

SM06 HRK is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is SM06 HRK safe to buy?

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