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WA06 XHE

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,293 mi
Last recorded130,293 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA06 XHE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 130,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 125,178 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 117,853 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 109,028 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 109,024 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 106,419 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 106,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 103,395 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 98,632 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 92,906 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 87,265 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2012 68,343 miles

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 68,343 miles

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 24 Apr 2012 62,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Rear tyre sidewalls starting to perish

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2011 54,048 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 53,658 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,966 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 37,991 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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WA06 XHE 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 77.8%.

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 WA06 XHE, 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 WA06 XHE registered?

WA06 XHE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is WA06 XHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA06 XHE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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