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CE05 XCT

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,787 mi
Last recorded152,787 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 XCT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 152,787 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 152,787 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 140,265 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 129,847 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 129,846 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 119,385 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 106,268 miles

Front propshaft rearmost coupling worn

Pass 5 Jan 2012 91,361 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 75,712 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 75,712 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 55,287 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 46,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 39,335 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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CE05 XCT is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CE05 XCT, 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 CE05 XCT?

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What year was CE05 XCT registered?

CE05 XCT is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is CE05 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 XCT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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