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BN05 LYU

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

165,570 mi
Last recorded165,570 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 LYU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 165,570 miles

Offside Front Wing Damaged

Pass 12 Jun 2015 121,378 miles

Offside Front Wing Slightly Damaged

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 93,753 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 93,749 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 82,584 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 68,168 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 58,452 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 49,329 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 38,878 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 28,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 14,921 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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BN05 LYU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN05 LYU, 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 BN05 LYU?

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What year was BN05 LYU registered?

BN05 LYU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is BN05 LYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 LYU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN05 LYU have outstanding finance?

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