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SP56 ATU

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,842 mi
Last recorded129,842 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 ATU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2025 129,842 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 125,316 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2024 125,294 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components arm bent rubbing anti roll bar link (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 119,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 111,495 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 104,294 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 102,198 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 102,198 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 95,001 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 84,052 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 77,001 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 69,839 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 58,894 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 50,043 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,046 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 39,144 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 35,629 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,580 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 23,165 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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SP56 ATU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue 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 SP56 ATU, 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

How do I check the history of SP56 ATU?

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What year was SP56 ATU registered?

SP56 ATU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is SP56 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 ATU 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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