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WK56 XSL

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,297 mi
Last recorded168,297 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 XSL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 168,297 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 150,566 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 150,495 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 133,663 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 119,574 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 104,418 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 99,613 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 95,250 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 91,146 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 82,961 miles

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

advise oil leak from front of vehicle

Pass 4 Sep 2013 74,641 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 65,659 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 65,659 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 56,067 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 46,380 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 37,261 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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WK56 XSL is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 WK56 XSL, 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

How do I check the history of WK56 XSL?

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What year was WK56 XSL registered?

WK56 XSL is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is WK56 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK56 XSL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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