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YS55 VPK

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

156,132 mi
Last recorded156,132 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 VPK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 156,132 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2023 156,132 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed Rattle from engine on idle (intermittent) (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake performance NOT tested - Unable to be completed due to ESP & 4x4 illuminating indicating fault in system

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underbody & suspension components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (all) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fender (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides ( and has limited visibility for visual inspection) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 150,382 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 150,344 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 133,970 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 133,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Mar 2018 124,496 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 124,496 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 114,747 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 104,342 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 94,644 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 94,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Mar 2014 84,370 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 76,744 miles

nsf tyre becoming low on tread 3mm

parking brake performance 17%.your braking system may need adjustment or repair

Fail 21 May 2013 76,744 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

nsf tyre becoming low on tread 3mm

Pass 13 Mar 2012 63,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2011 44,226 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 38,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Apr 2009 25,279 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,250 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YS55 VPK is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YS55 VPK, 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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YS55 VPK is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 10 February 2006.

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