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AK05 ARF

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

169,355 mi
Last recorded169,355 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ARF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 169,355 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer tread feathered

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 165,383 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front WIPER PIVOT BADLY WORN REPLACE ASAP

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged TRACK (3.4.2)

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged TRACK (3.4.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 165,383 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front WIPER PIVOT BADLY WORN REPLACE ASAP

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged TRACK (3.4.2)

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged TRACK (3.4.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 153,002 miles

N/S/F WIPER PIVOT BECOMING WORN.

O/S/R & N/S/R SHOCKS BECOMING WORN.

Fail 23 Sep 2014 153,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

N/S/F WIPER PIVOT BECOMING WORN.

O/S/R & N/S/R SHOCKS BECOMING WORN.

Pass 23 Sep 2013 133,212 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Rear brake pads wearing low. 3. Offside rear tyre wearing low on inside edge. 4. Rear number plate starting to deteriorate.

Fail 20 Sep 2013 133,210 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Rear brake pads wearing low. 3. Offside rear tyre wearing low on inside edge. 4. Rear number plate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 12 Sep 2012 108,392 miles

Unable to inspect under vehicle and outer sills fully as fitted with plastic tray and sill covers.

Pass 18 Aug 2011 84,971 miles

n/s/rear inner door handel

washers

Fail 17 Aug 2011 84,970 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/rear inner door handel

washers

Pass 15 Sep 2010 67,131 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 49,476 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 34,438 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 29,822 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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AK05 ARF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AK05 ARF, 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.

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AK05 ARF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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