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VE56 KEU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,161 mi
Last recorded164,161 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 164,161 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 153,591 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 153,591 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2019 141,454 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 131,442 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 129,347 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 116,536 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside and offside rear tyres down to 3mm

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 78,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235 55 17 Budget (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 78,680 miles

Nearside Parking brake operation grabbing severely (3.7.C.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235 55 17 Budget (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 55,472 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 34,110 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 33,982 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)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 31,742 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)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,001 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 22 Feb 2011 19,113 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,522 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 KEU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VE56 KEU, 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 KEU registered?

VE56 KEU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 17 December 2006.

Is VE56 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 KEU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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