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YC56 WHF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,195 mi
Last recorded122,195 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 WHF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 122,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 119,682 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 118,538 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 113,445 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 109,175 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 105,153 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 100,699 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 94,860 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 89,075 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 83,557 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 78,296 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 71,776 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 66,521 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2014 60,536 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 8 May 2014 60,536 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 48,040 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

brake pedal has slight travel

inner front brake pads look low

Pass 12 May 2012 38,151 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 38,151 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 36,344 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2011 36,344 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 25,341 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 WHF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WHF, 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 YC56 WHF registered?

YC56 WHF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is YC56 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 WHF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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