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YG56 XWU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,047 mi
Last recorded137,047 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG56 XWU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 137,047 miles

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON INSIDE AND CRACKING ON OUTSIDED

Pass 8 Sep 2021 136,247 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall damage

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 136,121 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 128,764 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 128,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Dec 2015 123,917 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 109,787 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 17 Oct 2013 88,964 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 75,347 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 60,518 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 60,518 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 42,074 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,410 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 26,184 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 26,184 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XWU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG56 XWU, 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 XWU registered?

YG56 XWU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is YG56 XWU safe to buy?

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