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SM56 VDR

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,081 mi
Last recorded152,081 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 VDR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 152,081 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 142,942 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 142,527 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 142,527 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 129,561 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 117,013 miles

Rear Discs pitted + Pads worn

Wiper spindle worn N/S

Pass 28 Nov 2014 111,334 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 29 Nov 2013 103,919 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 101,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Oct 2012 82,417 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 58,582 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 39,262 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,514 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2010 35,514 miles

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

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 VDR is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SM56 VDR, 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 VDR registered?

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

Is SM56 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 VDR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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