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VE56 JYX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,168 mi
Last recorded136,168 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 136,168 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 136,168 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 133,713 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad wear indicator wiring damaged

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 133,713 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad wear indicator wiring damaged

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 131,726 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 131,726 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 129,243 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 125,342 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2017 121,400 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 116,632 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 112,102 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 May 2015 112,102 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 98,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 98,901 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 89,663 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 89,663 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 78,856 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 78,854 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 70,299 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 57,771 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 57,771 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 54,340 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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VE56 JYX 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 JYX, 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 JYX registered?

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

Is VE56 JYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 JYX 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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