2006 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · PF55 BFZ
2006 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 173,324 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,324 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PF55 BFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 173,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PF55 BFZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW X3 (PF55 BFZ) between August 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (14 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed Grey smoke from exhaust at idle. Misfire noted at idle. (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag warning light on. (7.1.6 (a))”.
PF55 BFZ Mileage History
- 23/08/2023165,283 mi
- 06/09/2024168,535 mi+3,252 mi
- 16/09/2024168,540 mi+5 mi
- 21/10/2025173,324 mi+4,784 mi
- 21/10/2025173,324 mi
Average of roughly 3,717 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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