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BT55 TYH

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

146,949 mi
Last recorded146,949 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 TYH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 146,949 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 146,949 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 140,287 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 132,895 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 127,268 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 116,665 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 103,618 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 93,690 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 87,412 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 80,848 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 73,820 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 65,593 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 60,362 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 57,787 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,666 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 50,087 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 39,603 miles

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

o/s/r tyre has had a puncture repair very close to inner sidewall

Pass 16 May 2009 35,297 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,626 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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BT55 TYH is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BT55 TYH, 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 BT55 TYH registered?

BT55 TYH is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is BT55 TYH safe to buy?

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