MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
132,607 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Coolant leak ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Spare tyre defective ()
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Front Brake insecure pad clip missing (1.1.21 (c))
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm space saver below min (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Coolant leak ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
1/2 l of engine oil added prior to test
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
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)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
airbag light on
airbag light on
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the BMW X3?
Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BN05 GVT is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 BN05 GVT, 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 BN05 GVT registered?
BN05 GVT is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is BN05 GVT safe to buy?
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