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SM06 RVC

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,081 mi
Last recorded121,081 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 121,081 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2019 121,081 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2017 114,274 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 106,196 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 106,196 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Nov 2016 106,171 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 96,034 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 96,034 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 87,087 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 78,561 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 69,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 55,575 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 48,291 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 44,845 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 34,131 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 RVC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RVC, 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 RVC registered?

SM06 RVC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is SM06 RVC safe to buy?

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