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AJ55 TYX

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

275,999 mi
Last recorded275,999 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 TYX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 275,999 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 271,726 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 267,226 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 261,149 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 249,896 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 244,432 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 235,633 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 225,160 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 225,160 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 212,282 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 202,797 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 185,744 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 165,195 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 149,787 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 135,956 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 119,814 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 100,015 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 75,337 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 51,419 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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AJ55 TYX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AJ55 TYX, 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 AJ55 TYX registered?

AJ55 TYX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AJ55 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 TYX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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