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SP06 AYU

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,860 mi
Last recorded99,860 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
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

RegistrationSP06 AYU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 99,860 miles

Front brake discs worn

engine oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2017 95,391 miles

engine oil leak

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 31 May 2016 91,700 miles

engine covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Fail 26 May 2016 91,698 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

underbody covers fitted

engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 85,475 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 73,699 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f shockabsorber is damp

parking brake requires attention

Pass 19 Aug 2014 73,699 miles

o/s/f shockabsorber is damp

parking brake requires attention

Pass 21 Aug 2013 61,074 miles

windscreen washers require attention

Fail 20 Aug 2013 61,065 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

windscreen washers require attention

Pass 14 Aug 2012 49,365 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 13,575 miles

emissions to clean to be detected by DSM

Pass 15 Aug 2011 41,393 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,374 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 24,993 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,896 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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SP06 AYU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc 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 SP06 AYU, 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 SP06 AYU registered?

SP06 AYU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 11 March 2006.

Is SP06 AYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP06 AYU 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.

Does SP06 AYU have outstanding finance?

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