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CE55 XEP

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,310 mi
Last recorded84,310 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 XEP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2010 84,310 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 84,310 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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

n/s/r brake disc scored

Pass 26 Nov 2009 81,927 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 75,147 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front & rear pads worn

some wear nearside rear tyre edges

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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CE55 XEP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE55 XEP, 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 CE55 XEP?

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What year was CE55 XEP registered?

CE55 XEP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is CE55 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 XEP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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