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SP03 SHE

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,957 mi
Last recorded88,957 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 SHE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 88,957 miles

Parking brake effort is acceptable but could be better, needs a good pull.

Pass 30 Jul 2019 88,012 miles

rear tyrewalls quite perished and cracking Both.

Pass 26 Jul 2018 86,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear outer c/v boot slight weepage of grease

Rear tyre walls slightly perished and cracked

window washers could be better

Pass 1 Aug 2017 85,898 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 84,307 miles

Offside Rear tyrewall to tread area perished - cracking

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 84,307 miles

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

Offside Rear tyrewall to tread area perished - cracking

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 81,309 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

offside rear tyrwall perished at sidewall to tread area

parking brake efforts could be better

Pass 28 Jul 2015 81,309 miles

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

offside rear tyrwall perished at sidewall to tread area

parking brake efforts could be better

Pass 8 Jul 2014 77,641 miles

parking brake effort is acceptable - but could be better

Pass 11 Jul 2013 72,245 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 72,245 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 64,673 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 18,650 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 47,078 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,449 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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SP03 SHE 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 80%.

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 SP03 SHE, 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 SP03 SHE registered?

SP03 SHE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 August 2006.

Is SP03 SHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 SHE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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