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YG55 VLH

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

95,501 mi
Last recorded95,501 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 VLH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 95,501 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 94,485 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 93,678 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 92,605 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 91,620 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 90,199 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 88,897 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 86,967 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 86,957 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 84,771 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 20 Jan 2017 82,702 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres wearing inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,570 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 21 Jan 2015 75,920 miles

engine light on

Pass 17 Jan 2014 71,783 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)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 67,877 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 63,354 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 57,366 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 32,157 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 46,773 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)

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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YG55 VLH is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YG55 VLH, 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 YG55 VLH registered?

YG55 VLH is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is YG55 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG55 VLH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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