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WV06 JLU

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,151 mi
Last recorded142,151 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 JLU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 142,151 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 138,955 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers worn & smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Deferential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources One lamp not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 138,955 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers worn & smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Deferential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources One lamp not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 132,741 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 120,788 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 107,946 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR tyres perishing at inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF tyres edge wear at outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 102,723 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive signs of leak on undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 102,721 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively close to limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive signs of leak on undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively close to limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 101,000 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 92,819 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 84,463 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 72,455 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 59,071 miles

nsr tyre worn to approx. 2mm

Pass 6 Jan 2015 46,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 43,059 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 42,970 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,688 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,022 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 28,564 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 28,261 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 15,445 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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WV06 JLU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WV06 JLU, 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 WV06 JLU registered?

WV06 JLU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is WV06 JLU safe to buy?

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