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YF56 LZX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,882 mi
Last recorded165,882 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 LZX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 165,882 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 146,936 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 144,022 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 144,022 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 139,440 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 135,976 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 128,723 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 123,734 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 118,850 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 112,855 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 106,376 miles

Centre Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing vehicle presented with centre armrest locked down ()

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 100,407 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 75,965 miles

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

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

N/S/F Tyre worn uneven

Pass 30 Sep 2013 51,010 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,523 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Feb 2013 46,523 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 29,267 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)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,192 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)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 19,364 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 14,611 miles

front tyres are worn to 3mm and very badly on the edges,rear tyres are worn to 2mm strongly advise 4 tyres

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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YF56 LZX 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 90%.

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 YF56 LZX, 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 YF56 LZX registered?

YF56 LZX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 18 December 2006.

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