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SN06 NWL

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

104,588 mi
Last recorded104,588 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN06 NWL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 104,588 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 102,696 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 98,675 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 98,048 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 94,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 94,406 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 93,003 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKED ON INNER SIDEWALLS

Pass 12 Oct 2017 80,001 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 63,402 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2015 56,602 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 49,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Brake Disc Corroded

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges

Offside Front Brake Disc Corroded

Offside Front Tyre Wearing More On The Inner Edge

Offside Rear Tyre Wearing More On The Inner Edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wet Test

Fail 8 Oct 2014 49,323 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Brake Disc Corroded

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges

Offside Front Brake Disc Corroded

Offside Front Tyre Wearing More On The Inner Edge

Offside Rear Tyre Wearing More On The Inner Edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wet Test

Pass 2 Oct 2013 42,044 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 35,562 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 32,039 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 22,546 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 17,126 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2009 13,881 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 13,848 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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SN06 NWL is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SN06 NWL, 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 SN06 NWL registered?

SN06 NWL is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is SN06 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN06 NWL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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