CarVerify

Free Car Check

BN05 PDX

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,012 mi
Last recorded118,012 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 PDX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 118,012 miles

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

Nearside Front number plate light lens missing

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

brake pad light on and nsf and nsr pad sensors not in pads

tpms light on

Fail 25 Feb 2023 117,947 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front jets (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front number plate light lens missing

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

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

brake pad light on and nsf and nsr pad sensors not in pads

radiator level light on dash

tpms light on

Pass 17 Feb 2022 115,991 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 113,291 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2019 102,291 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 102,291 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 91,672 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Dec 2018 91,669 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2017 83,922 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 on 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

service brake efficentcy only 53% minimum is 50% STRONGLY advise brake check.Front efforts low.

Fail 28 Dec 2017 83,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 on 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

service brake efficentcy only 53% minimum is 50% STRONGLY advise brake check.Front efforts low.

Pass 14 Dec 2016 79,155 miles

Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

N/S/F Tyre Scrubbing Outer Edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also Scrubbing Inner Edge (4.1.E.1)

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2015 73,982 miles

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 63,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Dec 2013 63,109 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f front reaction arm bush slightly worn

Pass 19 Jan 2013 57,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jan 2013 57,096 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2012 50,507 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2010 45,396 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 36,668 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 35,010 miles

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)

Pass 6 May 2008 23,517 miles

N/S/Rear tyre cracking around tread

Pass 26 Oct 2007 15,736 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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BN05 PDX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PDX, 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 PDX?

You can check the full history of BN05 PDX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN05 PDX registered?

BN05 PDX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is BN05 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 PDX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN05 PDX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BN05 PDX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.