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AF55 LGG

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,573 mi
Last recorded127,573 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 LGG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 127,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 125,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 119,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 118,300 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 118,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 115,451 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 113,353 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 108,705 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 106,961 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 102,367 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 102,367 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 95,941 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 89,410 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 82,614 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 74,133 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 64,454 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 64,453 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2010 53,778 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,270 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,307 miles

NOTE: Engine oil was low but topped up before emission test.

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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AF55 LGG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AF55 LGG, 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 AF55 LGG registered?

AF55 LGG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 LGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 LGG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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