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W16 CDM

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,445 mi
Last recorded114,445 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW16 CDM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 114,445 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 108,973 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 103,376 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 95,508 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 88,668 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 82,707 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 82,707 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 81,540 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 74,525 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no smoke to get smoke reading

Pass 27 Mar 2014 68,296 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 58,027 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 58,027 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2012 49,339 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

lower sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2011 34,493 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 30,148 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 21,198 miles

n/s/r tyre has cut in sidewall no cords showing

Fail 11 Feb 2010 21,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre has cut in sidewall no cords showing

Pass 12 Feb 2009 18,903 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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W16 CDM is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W16 CDM, 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 W16 CDM registered?

W16 CDM is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is W16 CDM safe to buy?

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