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YT56 LSU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

131,979 mi
Last recorded131,979 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT56 LSU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 131,979 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 125,715 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 121,549 miles

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

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

slight bind offside rear brake

Fail 28 Aug 2024 121,548 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

slight bind offside rear brake

Pass 16 Jun 2023 117,887 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 117,885 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 113,654 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front allowing wheel movement under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 113,653 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front allowing wheel movement under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 118,603 miles

tpms light on

Pass 24 Mar 2020 106,054 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 98,282 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2017 94,689 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 94,689 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 90,580 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 82,998 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 82,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 77,569 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 77,569 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,811 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)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2013 65,811 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 93,655 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 53,647 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 39,958 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 26,977 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 26,977 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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YT56 LSU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 YT56 LSU, 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 YT56 LSU registered?

YT56 LSU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is YT56 LSU safe to buy?

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