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AF05 WTG

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

198,508 mi
Last recorded198,508 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 WTG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 198,508 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 198,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 198,508 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 196,229 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 193,854 miles

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

both front tyres bald on edges

Pass 21 Sep 2017 190,209 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 178,196 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 149,235 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 125,108 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 115,821 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 107,257 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 98,296 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 87,691 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 72,764 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 72,764 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre on 2mm both front tyres on 3mm

wipers smear

Pass 17 Mar 2008 52,475 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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AF05 WTG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AF05 WTG, 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 AF05 WTG registered?

AF05 WTG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AF05 WTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 WTG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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