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AF05 XFO

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

134,211 mi
Last recorded134,211 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XFO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 134,211 miles

rear axle corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2020 134,140 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 126,454 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 126,449 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nearside front inner rack end excessive play (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 115,296 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 115,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 105,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 94,536 miles

Nearside Rear Inner edge of tyre excessive wear.slight cut inoff side front tyre.

Nearside Rear Outer child seat fitted cant check seat belt.

Pass 3 Feb 2015 85,596 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 79,150 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 79,150 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 71,485 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front no-plate cracked

Pass 20 Feb 2012 65,103 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front no-plate cracked

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres worn on edges

o/s/r tyre worn on inner tread and deep cut

Pass 16 Feb 2011 57,378 miles

deep cut in o/s/r tyre

front no-plate cracked

rear no-plate stained

Pass 5 Feb 2010 50,679 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 45,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 41,377 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AF05 XFO is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XFO, 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 XFO registered?

AF05 XFO is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AF05 XFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 XFO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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