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ST56 EYB

2006 BMW X3

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

96,923 mi
Last recorded96,923 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 EYB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 96,923 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

General Surface Corrosion on suspension components

Pass 1 Oct 2024 94,325 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 93,184 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tires slightly cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 90,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

all suspension and hub components rusty front and rear

Fail 5 Oct 2022 90,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

all suspension and hub components rusty front and rear

Pass 1 Apr 2021 87,234 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 85,930 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 85,930 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 83,324 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 80,718 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 77,036 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 74,486 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 69,851 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 67,416 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 62,745 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 62,745 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 58,425 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 54,143 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 54,143 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,098 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 25,396 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 25,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 EYB is a 2006 BMW X3 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EYB, 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 EYB registered?

ST56 EYB is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is ST56 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 EYB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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