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1BX-5155

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

178,321 mi
Last recorded178,321 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1BX-5155
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2017 178,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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1BX-5155 is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2005 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 90,285 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 1BX-5155, 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 21 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 1BX-5155 registered?

1BX-5155 is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is 1BX-5155 safe to buy?

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Does 1BX-5155 have outstanding finance?

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