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WV06 TGJ

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

145,029 mi
Last recorded145,029 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 TGJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 145,029 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 142,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 132,675 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 122,188 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 122,184 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 115,130 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 99,007 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 94,884 miles

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

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

engine oil slightly over max and slight abnormal noise poss bearing

vehicle felt like it has a drive train problem vibration / binding up all covered by under trays and heat shields

Fail 13 Jan 2020 94,884 miles

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

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

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

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

engine oil slightly over max and slight abnormal noise poss bearing

vehicle felt like it has a drive train problem vibration / binding up all covered by under trays and heat shields

Pass 22 Jan 2019 85,412 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 73,284 miles

front pads low

o/s/r tyre cut on outer sidewall

Pass 12 Jan 2017 62,258 miles

Both rear tyres and nearside front have tyre sidewall wear

Both front tyre valves perished

Damage in swept area of windscreen

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 55,803 miles

Nearside Front nearside front tyre scrubbing on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear nearside rear tyre scrubbing on outer side wall

Offside Rear offside rear tyre scrubbing on outer side wall

Pass 16 Jan 2015 50,529 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall scuffed

stone chips front on windscreen

Pass 24 Jan 2014 45,684 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)

both rear tyres perishing

rear pads wearing low

Pass 31 Jan 2013 38,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2012 32,612 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 12 Jan 2011 24,651 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 20,154 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 20,154 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 TGJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TGJ, 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 TGJ registered?

WV06 TGJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is WV06 TGJ safe to buy?

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