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VX06 BZN

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,004 mi
Last recorded124,004 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 BZN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 124,004 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 124,004 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 110,026 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 101,209 miles

cut in o/s/f tyre on outer wall

Pass 11 Feb 2013 91,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

too few smoke emissions to register in emissions test

Pass 12 Sep 2011 76,075 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

font brake pads wearing low

parking brake long travel but has reserve aplication

Pass 18 Aug 2010 60,551 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 39,095 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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VX06 BZN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VX06 BZN, 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 VX06 BZN registered?

VX06 BZN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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