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AO55 XYP

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,578 mi
Last recorded109,578 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 XYP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 109,578 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 103,780 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 96,848 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 92,088 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edfes

Pass 23 Oct 2019 86,004 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 80,188 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 74,045 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2017 74,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2016 66,508 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 58,644 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 54,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 29 Oct 2013 49,143 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 44,710 miles

front discs and pads wearing

Pass 25 Oct 2011 38,793 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 33,450 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

all four tyres perished

Fail 26 Oct 2010 33,450 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

all four tyres perished

Pass 30 Oct 2009 28,615 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 23,508 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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AO55 XYP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO55 XYP, 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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What year was AO55 XYP registered?

AO55 XYP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is AO55 XYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 XYP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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