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BU05 YWD

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

164,167 mi
Last recorded164,167 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 YWD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 164,167 miles

wiper arms fouling bonnet

Pass 12 Jan 2018 161,337 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 155,917 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 154,876 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 147,445 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 147,445 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 137,893 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 124,322 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 102,241 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 102,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 80,091 miles

all tyres are ON THE LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 4 Nov 2009 59,545 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 37,542 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 20,795 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 20,690 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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BU05 YWD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 BU05 YWD, 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 BU05 YWD registered?

BU05 YWD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is BU05 YWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 YWD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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