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WG56 GVO

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,376 mi
Last recorded128,376 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 GVO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 128,376 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 126,139 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 120,875 miles

engine to clean for emissions result

Pass 26 Jun 2018 115,585 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 108,400 miles

emission to low to test

Pass 2 Nov 2016 106,946 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

bumper and under tray damaged at n/s/f

engine managment light on

Pass 16 Oct 2015 102,251 miles

Emissions to clean to be detected by DSM

Pass 3 Nov 2014 94,994 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 94,994 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 91,409 miles

rattle when clutch pedal is depressed

Pass 25 Jul 2013 68,651 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 47,598 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 47,598 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 42,223 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 30,614 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 21,842 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 21,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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WG56 GVO is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WG56 GVO, 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 WG56 GVO registered?

WG56 GVO is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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