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ST56 UBK

2006 BMW X3

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

122,933 mi
Last recorded122,933 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 UBK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 122,933 miles

Front undertray fitted

Pass 10 May 2025 118,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 110,353 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 15 Mar 2023 102,754 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 98,526 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 96,728 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 93,709 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 86,919 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 81,227 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

emissions not detected

Fail 17 Oct 2017 81,221 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

emissions not detected

Pass 22 Nov 2016 72,854 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 66,188 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,515 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 49,189 miles

both rear tyre treads on legal limit in centre

rear number plate becoming discoloured

Pass 10 Dec 2012 43,399 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 38,471 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 32,790 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 25,742 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 UBK is a 2006 BMW X3 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 UBK, 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 UBK registered?

ST56 UBK is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is ST56 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 UBK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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