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SM56 VCZ

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,543 mi
Last recorded103,543 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 VCZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 103,543 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 97,381 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 89,760 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 89,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 83,820 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 83,820 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 80,093 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 75,854 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 70,989 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2016 70,987 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2016 66,145 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 57,578 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 48,870 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 48,870 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 40,712 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 37,269 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 31,625 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 24,087 miles

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

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

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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SM56 VCZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM56 VCZ, 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 SM56 VCZ registered?

SM56 VCZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is SM56 VCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 VCZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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