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BG05 OZM

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,928 mi
Last recorded149,928 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OZM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 149,928 miles

Front 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))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 149,928 miles

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

Front 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))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 143,704 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 143,704 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 138,811 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 129,724 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 117,933 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 117,933 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 108,955 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 102,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 96,913 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 88,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2014 88,705 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 78,735 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 66,035 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 59,818 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 51,565 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 39,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 31,411 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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BG05 OZM is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 BG05 OZM, 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 BG05 OZM registered?

BG05 OZM is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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The MOT history for BG05 OZM 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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