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YG56 OES

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

174,421 mi
Last recorded174,421 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG56 OES
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 174,421 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 174,420 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 157,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads on 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 144,897 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 131,427 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 131,427 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 110,928 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 91,262 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 82,626 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 82,626 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 74,642 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 71,035 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 71,035 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 63,661 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 29 Sep 2012 56,343 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 48,973 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 48,973 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 44,575 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 39,358 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 39,047 miles

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

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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YG56 OES 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 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG56 OES, 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 YG56 OES registered?

YG56 OES is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is YG56 OES safe to buy?

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