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SM56 XTS

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,062 mi
Last recorded112,062 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 XTS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 112,062 miles

all underside slightly corroded covered in wax-oil

Pass 20 Sep 2022 109,921 miles

all underside covered in underseal

Pass 4 Oct 2021 108,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 106,797 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 105,144 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 98,040 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 98,040 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 87,839 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2017 87,837 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 78,828 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 68,632 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 68,630 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 66,676 miles

front and rear brake discs scored/corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2014 59,557 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 52,655 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 45,822 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 38,790 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 38,290 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 26,486 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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SM56 XTS is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XTS, 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 XTS registered?

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

Is SM56 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 XTS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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