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ST56 ARX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,456 mi
Last recorded142,456 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 ARX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2024 142,456 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

T P M light on

vehicle judders on pulling away

Pass 21 Jun 2023 142,126 miles

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

offside reverse light not working

Fail 26 Apr 2023 142,126 miles

Central Seat belt missing stalk missing (7.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust mounting loose and centre pipe adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe has come adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering arm deformed track rod bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

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

Offside reverse light not working

Pass 4 May 2022 141,235 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

Fail 22 Apr 2022 141,235 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

Pass 18 Nov 2020 141,183 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 141,183 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 130,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 130,197 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 123,421 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2018 123,421 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 113,520 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 113,520 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 105,147 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 105,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 94,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2014 86,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2013 75,328 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 65,303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 56,842 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 47,103 miles

both front tyres very worn on edges

Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,488 miles

nearside front tyre has cuts in the sidewall

offside front tyre has cuts in the sidewall

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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ST56 ARX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ST56 ARX, 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 ST56 ARX registered?

ST56 ARX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is ST56 ARX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 ARX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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