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AX05 USU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

162,909 mi
Last recorded162,909 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 USU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 162,909 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 153,313 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 146,339 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 139,122 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 139,119 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 134,074 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 125,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 125,048 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 116,252 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 107,328 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 98,347 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 89,398 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 75,830 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 75,830 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 20 May 2013 64,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 May 2013 64,677 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 52,939 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 40,858 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 33,348 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 27,965 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,043 miles

replacment number plates stuck over origanls

Fail 1 Aug 2008 22,043 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 USU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 USU, 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 AX05 USU?

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What year was AX05 USU registered?

AX05 USU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is AX05 USU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 USU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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