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AV55 EVB

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,834 mi
Last recorded128,834 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 EVB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 128,834 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 120,966 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 114,986 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 106,232 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 100,276 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 93,557 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 84,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 74,443 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2017 66,544 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 59,618 miles

Offside Front tyre outer wall chunk rubber missing.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,963 miles

Engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 48,431 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 44,508 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

nearside front tyre worn cracking advises replacing

offside front tyre worn cracking advises replacing

Pass 8 Sep 2011 39,168 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 34,530 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 29,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 23,387 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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AV55 EVB 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 100%.

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 AV55 EVB, 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

How do I check the history of AV55 EVB?

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What year was AV55 EVB registered?

AV55 EVB is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is AV55 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 EVB shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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