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BK55 LVC

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

102,089 mi
Last recorded102,089 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 LVC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 102,089 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 89,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 79,527 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 68,669 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 66,972 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 66,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 62,761 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 58,717 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 55,696 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 51,336 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 46,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 40,388 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 35,241 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,100 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 23,174 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 17,625 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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BK55 LVC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BK55 LVC, 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.

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What year was BK55 LVC registered?

BK55 LVC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is BK55 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 LVC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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