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YF06 WEV

2006 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,969 mi
Last recorded116,969 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 WEV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 116,969 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 116,968 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 111,898 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 109,677 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 105,413 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 105,392 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 102,886 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 98,713 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 94,338 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 91,369 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 87,097 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 81,362 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 81,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 73,031 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2011 73,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 62,479 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 58,060 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 43,692 miles

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

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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YF06 WEV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YF06 WEV, 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 YF06 WEV registered?

YF06 WEV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is YF06 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 WEV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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