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YR56 XEX

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,721 mi
Last recorded159,721 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 XEX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 159,721 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear and front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 155,017 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear and fronmt (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 151,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp cover damaged but doesn't affect headlamp beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and wearing on outer edge, also wearing low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner & outer edges and wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge, also wearing low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

electrical plug disconnected from gearbox/transfer box

Fail 27 Aug 2019 151,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp cover damaged but doesn't affect headlamp beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and wearing on outer edge, also wearing low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner & outer edges and wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge, also wearing low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

electrical plug disconnected from gearbox/transfer box

Pass 3 Sep 2018 142,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 135,979 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 129,062 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 121,366 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 121,366 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 121,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front discs worn

rear pads look low-limited vision-advise wheels off inspection asap

Pass 12 Mar 2014 105,908 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 80,972 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 80,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 63,890 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 51,862 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 37,813 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YR56 XEX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR56 XEX, 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 YR56 XEX registered?

YR56 XEX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is YR56 XEX safe to buy?

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