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VX56 TYC

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

196,854 mi
Last recorded196,854 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 TYC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 196,854 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 188,258 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 180,240 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 172,152 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 163,263 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 154,055 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 18 Jul 2019 135,855 miles

Nearside Front n/s/front and o/s/rear brake pad wear wires insecure

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 121,250 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 103,534 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jul 2017 103,534 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2016 87,983 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 9 Jul 2015 72,349 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2014 58,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 44,577 miles

BOth front tyres are wearing on outer edges

Both front tyres are worn severely on inner edges - Advise replacement ASAP

Nearside Rear 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 16 May 2012 34,518 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Fail 16 May 2012 34,518 miles

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

Both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 May 2011 24,255 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 14,948 miles

Both front tyres are worn on edges

Pass 20 May 2009 3,519 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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VX56 TYC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VX56 TYC, 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

How do I check the history of VX56 TYC?

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What year was VX56 TYC registered?

VX56 TYC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 25 December 2006.

Is VX56 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX56 TYC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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