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VX56 VDD

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,601 mi
Last recorded140,601 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 VDD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2023 140,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 135,216 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Undertray insecure but not likely to detach from vehicle

Pass 23 Jan 2021 130,500 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 130,498 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 125,718 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 119,228 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 107,473 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 96,673 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 87,606 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 77,230 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 71,643 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 64,176 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 56,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cut in the nearside front tyre. Cords not visible.

Nearside front tyre cracked

Offside front tyre cracked

Fail 20 Oct 2011 56,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cut in the nearside front tyre. Cords not visible.

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

Nearside front tyre cracked

Nearside rear tyre cracked

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

Offside front tyre cracked

Offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2010 46,213 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front discs scored

Pass 12 Nov 2009 34,222 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 VDD is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VX56 VDD, 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 VX56 VDD registered?

VX56 VDD is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 19 December 2006.

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