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VE56 OJW

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

141,643 mi
Last recorded141,643 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 OJW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 141,643 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Apr 2022 139,762 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 139,758 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 131,009 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 122,377 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 113,684 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 104,670 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 96,187 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Rear child seat fitted offside rear

Pass 11 Jan 2016 86,422 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2015 78,078 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 69,128 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 65,191 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 59,862 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 53,504 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 42,433 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 31,945 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 OJW is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OJW, 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 OJW registered?

VE56 OJW is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is VE56 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 OJW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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