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VE56 OKA

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,063 mi
Last recorded148,063 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 148,063 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 140,340 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 140,340 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 134,249 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 126,090 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 116,577 miles

brake fluid level low

front pads wearing low

no emission print out

tested wet

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2016 116,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake fluid level low

front pads wearing low

no emission print out

tested wet

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2014 110,819 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 110,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 91,845 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 91,845 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 70,383 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 40,430 miles

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Dec 2009 38,302 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 OKA is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OKA, 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 OKA registered?

VE56 OKA is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is VE56 OKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 OKA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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