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YR06 YPY

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,907 mi
Last recorded170,907 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 YPY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 170,907 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 168,106 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2020 168,106 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 159,219 miles

Front Fog lamps not working

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 147,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 131,232 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 117,034 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 174,893 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 159,173 miles

Multiple cracks on front Windscreen

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2012 141,584 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 126,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 105,730 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2009 76,565 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 76,565 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YR06 YPY is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YR06 YPY, 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 YR06 YPY registered?

YR06 YPY is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is YR06 YPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR06 YPY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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