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BF05 XRD

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,683 mi
Last recorded121,683 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 XRD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 121,683 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2026 121,683 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 109,467 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 106,548 miles

underbody corroded including suspension components

Pass 31 Jan 2023 103,775 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 100,438 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 97,577 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 95,713 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 93,363 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 88,681 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 84,306 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,617 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 78,221 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 78,221 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 75,149 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 73,061 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 69,842 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 68,381 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 64,847 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 28,957 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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BF05 XRD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BF05 XRD, 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 BF05 XRD registered?

BF05 XRD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is BF05 XRD safe to buy?

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