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ST56 BYK

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,846 mi
Last recorded109,846 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 109,846 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

both wipers starting to smear

offside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 28 Jan 2021 104,248 miles

both front tyres wearing on both edges

engine management light illuminated

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 22 Feb 2020 98,665 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 98,665 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 95,376 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 89,064 miles

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly.

Pass 5 Sep 2017 84,271 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn to 2mm tread depth indicators.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 75,882 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 69,378 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 69,378 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 62,697 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 55,957 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 52,095 miles

screw in n/s/r tyre (leaking)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 48,037 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 37,178 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 37,126 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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 BYK is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ST56 BYK, 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 BYK registered?

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

Is ST56 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 BYK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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