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CN55 UEF

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

182,433 mi
Last recorded182,433 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN55 UEF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 182,433 miles

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Slight damage. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 173,225 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 167,979 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 160,645 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop, rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 151,316 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

n/s/r shocker cover insecure

noise/wear noted from flywheel when clutch peddle depressed

slight mud contamination to underside of vehicle

Fail 19 Mar 2019 151,316 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both bulbs insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both dip beam bulbs incorrectly fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

n/s/r shocker cover insecure

noise/wear noted from flywheel when clutch peddle depressed

slight mud contamination to underside of vehicle

Pass 9 Mar 2018 142,250 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 142,250 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 135,231 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some component check

Fail 24 Mar 2017 135,231 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (8.2.2)

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some component check

Pass 11 Jul 2016 129,061 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 121,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Jul 2014 104,074 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 93,599 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 81,106 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 81,106 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 74,187 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 55,654 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 37,793 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 37,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 37,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 22,321 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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CN55 UEF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CN55 UEF, 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.

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CN55 UEF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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