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AP05 FVX

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,195 mi
Last recorded125,195 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 FVX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 125,195 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 117,609 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 109,689 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides front (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 98,292 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 89,901 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 76,967 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 68,220 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 68,220 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 55,512 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2010 55,512 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,182 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,272 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 31,272 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AP05 FVX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AP05 FVX, 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 AP05 FVX registered?

AP05 FVX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is AP05 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 FVX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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