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VE06 SZP

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

140,363 mi
Last recorded140,363 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 SZP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2022 140,363 miles

covers on sills innner and outer sills . under tray fitted to the car .

under tray fitted to the car .covers on sills both sides

Pass 23 Jan 2021 137,629 miles

under tray fitted to the car

Pass 17 Jan 2020 132,803 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2019 125,029 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 118,048 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 118,048 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 108,344 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 98,037 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 92,532 miles

nearside front tyre slight sidewall damage

nearside rear tyre 3 mm

offside front tyre 3 mm & cracking

slight movement in front suspension arm bushes

slight movement in nearside front top shock absorber mounting

Pass 27 Jan 2015 87,334 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 78,252 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 76,645 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 70,027 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 65,397 miles

O/S/F wing mirror cover is loose

Pass 30 Jul 2010 55,567 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear 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 29 Jul 2010 55,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 45,022 miles

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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VE06 SZP is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VE06 SZP, 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

How do I check the history of VE06 SZP?

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What year was VE06 SZP registered?

VE06 SZP is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is VE06 SZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 SZP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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