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AX05 OEA

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

134,479 mi
Last recorded134,479 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 OEA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 134,479 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jul 2020 119,339 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 119,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID type bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID type bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 116,062 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 116,062 miles

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 110,021 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 110,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2017 102,559 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 92,885 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear seat belts not checked fully as seats down for dog guard

Pass 18 Aug 2015 81,351 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 70,012 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 70,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

all tyres cracking and worn on edges

Pass 16 Aug 2013 58,616 miles

small cut to tread on n/s/rear tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2012 51,897 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 46,806 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 41,893 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 32,539 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 24,092 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 23,437 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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AX05 OEA is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AX05 OEA, 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 AX05 OEA registered?

AX05 OEA is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is AX05 OEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 OEA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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