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VX06 OYV

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,715 mi
Last recorded134,715 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 OYV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 134,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 130,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 May 2023 130,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 121,545 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 115,910 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 111,165 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 105,574 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 105,574 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 99,629 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 94,096 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 88,867 miles

Nearside Front sidewall perished & damage to sidewall

Offside Front sidewall perished and damaged

Pass 4 Dec 2014 82,745 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 76,875 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 65,132 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,252 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 52,011 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 47,379 miles

brake fluid level slightly low.

Pass 24 Feb 2009 36,025 miles

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

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

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

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

both wiper blades smearing windscreen.

damage wheel rims.

high travel handbrake lever.

stone chips front windscreen.

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 OYV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OYV, 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 OYV registered?

VX06 OYV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2006.

Is VX06 OYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX06 OYV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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