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YC06 OPR

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

295,627 mi
Last recorded295,627 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 OPR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 295,627 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 286,563 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 276,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine. misting. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 266,774 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 257,596 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 253,302 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 247,911 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 235,579 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 235,579 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 20 Apr 2018 217,124 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 199,358 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 182,941 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 165,471 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 149,524 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 149,524 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 135,014 miles

front wipers slightly smeary

Fail 15 Apr 2013 134,698 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 29 Mar 2012 103,890 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 103,890 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 90,688 miles

o/s/r seat belt difficult to insert. unlocks o.k under load but req's further investigation

Pass 22 Apr 2010 73,833 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 54,140 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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YC06 OPR is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 YC06 OPR, 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 YC06 OPR registered?

YC06 OPR is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 27 April 2006.

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