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YH06 GCY

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,147 mi
Last recorded159,147 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 GCY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 159,147 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 150,216 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 141,306 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 135,867 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 126,912 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 126,912 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 114,233 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 103,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jun 2014 90,688 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 90,688 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 75,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 63,116 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 63,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2011 53,073 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 44,384 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 35,840 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 35,759 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,797 miles

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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YH06 GCY is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YH06 GCY, 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.

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What year was YH06 GCY registered?

YH06 GCY is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2006.

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