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YP56 XFN

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

169,802 mi
Last recorded169,802 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 XFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 169,802 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 169,802 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2018 153,890 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 137,977 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 137,977 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 124,470 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 113,874 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 24 Jul 2014 99,680 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 99,680 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 90,418 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 77,820 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2011 65,652 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 57,787 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 50,047 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 50,047 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside 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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YP56 XFN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YP56 XFN, 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 YP56 XFN registered?

YP56 XFN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is YP56 XFN safe to buy?

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