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AP05 KZW

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,493 mi
Last recorded137,493 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 137,493 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 137,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 132,704 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 124,093 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front fog lamp out of position

Offside Rear light lense cracked

Fail 8 Jan 2016 124,093 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front fog lamp out of position

Offside Rear light lense cracked

Pass 12 Jan 2015 108,228 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 100,855 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 90,026 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 89,906 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2012 79,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 79,124 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 68,856 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 60,521 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 60,521 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 49,594 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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AP05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AP05 KZW, 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 KZW registered?

AP05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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The MOT history for AP05 KZW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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