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AE55 WPU

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,691 mi
Last recorded171,691 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 WPU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 171,691 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 164,027 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 149,947 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 125,934 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Fail 6 Sep 2016 125,934 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported mount broken (7.1.1)

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

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

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

a/c not working

advise replacing nsr coil spring at the same time to keep vehicle suspension equal

brake fluid 2%

engine oil leak

knocking noise from suspension when lightly braking... suggest investigating

rear wiper split

Pass 20 Aug 2015 114,509 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 114,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 101,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Aug 2014 101,352 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 90,577 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2012 81,389 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 68,013 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 51,968 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 40,889 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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AE55 WPU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AE55 WPU, 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 AE55 WPU registered?

AE55 WPU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is AE55 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 WPU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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