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YX56 MXW

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,804 mi
Last recorded117,804 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX56 MXW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 117,804 miles

Engine and under tray cover fitted.

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 108,101 miles

O/S/F TYRE CORDS ABOUT TO BECOME EXPOSED

lean emitter, smoke level not detected

n/s/f tyre bald on edges and tread cracked

n/s/r tyre worn on inner, 2mm centre and tread cracked

o/s/r tyre bald on inner, 3mm centre and tread cracked

Pass 8 Oct 2014 99,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Oct 2014 99,297 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Nov 2013 89,986 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 81,284 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 81,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front 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 15 Sep 2011 67,343 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,581 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 34,630 miles

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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YX56 MXW is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX56 MXW, 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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What year was YX56 MXW registered?

YX56 MXW is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is YX56 MXW safe to buy?

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