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TE56 ERS

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,479 mi
Last recorded135,479 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTE56 ERS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 135,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 123,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush most foward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

interior mirror not fitted but has both obligatory mirrors fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2017 120,558 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 120,558 miles

Central Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

engine bay fumes seem excessive

front registration plate loose

Pass 24 Oct 2016 119,110 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 119,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2015 102,710 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 84,263 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 69,030 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 69,030 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light is displayed

low screen wash warning light is on

n/s/r sidelight not working but is one of a pair

Pass 29 Jan 2013 63,540 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 55,549 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 49,093 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 40,551 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2009 40,501 miles

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

Handbrake has high travel

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

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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TE56 ERS is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TE56 ERS, 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 TE56 ERS registered?

TE56 ERS is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is TE56 ERS safe to buy?

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