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VE56 GHO

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

133,900 mi
Last recorded133,900 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 GHO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 133,900 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 131,973 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 129,273 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 129,268 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 124,266 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 124,266 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 115,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 115,893 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 107,261 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 97,781 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 97,780 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 92,164 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 92,164 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 86,400 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 86,394 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 76,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 65,410 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 52,258 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 52,257 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 41,397 miles

Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 41,397 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,765 miles

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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VE56 GHO is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VE56 GHO, 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 VE56 GHO registered?

VE56 GHO is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is VE56 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 GHO shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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