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YC56 NTN

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

179,507 mi
Last recorded179,507 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 NTN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 179,507 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 173,564 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 167,227 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users light smoke under acceleration (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 159,299 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 148,032 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 138,343 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 131,970 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 121,804 miles

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

Offside Front wiper smearing

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

Fail 31 May 2016 121,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front wiper smearing

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 100,361 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 80,808 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 69,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2012 54,203 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 52,661 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 43,096 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 30,760 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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YC56 NTN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YC56 NTN, 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 YC56 NTN?

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What year was YC56 NTN registered?

YC56 NTN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is YC56 NTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 NTN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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