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CA05 HZU

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,013 mi
Last recorded89,013 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 HZU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 89,013 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 84,996 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight wear on mounting bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 82,202 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 79,095 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,123 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 74,786 miles

F 235/50/18 R 255/45/18

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres worn

Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,786 miles

F 235/50/18 R 255/45/18

both rear tyres worn

Pass 23 Apr 2013 63,007 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 60,840 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 60,840 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 55,686 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 55,602 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 51,261 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 47,742 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 46,903 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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CA05 HZU 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 80%.

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 CA05 HZU, 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 CA05 HZU registered?

CA05 HZU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is CA05 HZU safe to buy?

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