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BN05 OYY

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

155,945 mi
Last recorded155,945 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 OYY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 155,945 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 153,968 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2023 152,469 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 148,247 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 145,822 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 142,176 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 140,139 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 134,722 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 130,172 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 117,730 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 106,530 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 95,518 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 84,791 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 71,832 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 54,389 miles

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)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2011 54,387 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 50,108 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 26,665 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2008 15,167 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 6,481 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 OYY is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OYY, 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 BN05 OYY registered?

BN05 OYY is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BN05 OYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 OYY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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