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AF55 LGX

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,274 mi
Last recorded112,274 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 LGX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 112,274 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 107,480 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 107,359 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 102,424 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 102,419 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 95,875 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 88,895 miles

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

Offside Rear pad ear sensor broken

Pass 16 Jun 2015 85,040 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 85,040 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2014 75,942 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 31 May 2014 75,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Radius arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 66,110 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 58,089 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 51,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear spring lower

offside rear spring lower

Pass 7 Dec 2009 39,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,737 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 LGX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF55 LGX, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 LGX?

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What year was AF55 LGX registered?

AF55 LGX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AF55 LGX safe to buy?

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