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BN05 MEV

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

161,704 mi
Last recorded161,704 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 MEV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 161,704 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 161,698 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 156,355 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 151,882 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Apr 2017 144,832 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Apr 2017 144,797 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 132,913 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 122,020 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Mar 2014 115,350 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 98,440 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 85,540 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 70,148 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 62,260 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 44,367 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 24,678 miles

brakes tested by talpy meter

small cuts in osf tyre

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 MEV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MEV, 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 MEV registered?

BN05 MEV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BN05 MEV safe to buy?

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