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WG56 LMY

2006 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

122,070 mi
Last recorded122,070 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 LMY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 122,070 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 118,100 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 114,484 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 106,331 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 103,809 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 99,900 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 98,141 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 94,713 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 94,713 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 89,407 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 84,219 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 73,388 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 69,214 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 60,881 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 58,783 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 58,783 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 57,916 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 52,707 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 43,614 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 48,389 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 40,017 miles

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

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

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

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

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 LMY is a 2006 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WG56 LMY, 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 LMY registered?

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

Is WG56 LMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG56 LMY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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