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CV05 GXP

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

185,609 mi
Last recorded185,609 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 GXP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 185,609 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 185,599 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake performance not tested due to spring broken (3.7.A.1)

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 180,714 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Fail 5 Apr 2017 180,714 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 16 Apr 2016 170,232 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

offside front outer constant velocity gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2015 163,867 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 154,875 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 150,379 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Mar 2013 150,379 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 142,526 miles

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

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Mar 2011 122,997 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 98,579 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 98,352 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 72,081 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 51,452 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 51,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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CV05 GXP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CV05 GXP, 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 CV05 GXP registered?

CV05 GXP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is CV05 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV05 GXP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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