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DK05 OTG

2005 BMW X3

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

142,469 mi
Last recorded142,469 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 OTG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 142,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all rear suspension components corroded

plastic sills

Fail 27 Apr 2026 142,461 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all rear suspension components corroded

plastic sills

Pass 13 Feb 2025 134,646 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 128,591 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disks inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 128,591 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disks inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 120,546 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 120,477 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 108,431 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 108,351 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 95,012 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSR/OSR

SLIGHT IMBALANCE ROAD AXEL

Fail 2 Feb 2021 95,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam BULB UPSIDE DOWN (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSR/OSR

SLIGHT IMBALANCE ROAD AXEL

Pass 4 Feb 2020 85,409 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2020 85,407 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 77,099 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 77,097 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 68,588 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 68,586 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 61,051 miles

all four tyres wearing thin

Pass 14 Mar 2016 55,112 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 55,112 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 49,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2014 43,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,351 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 33,452 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 30,294 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 27,130 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,408 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 20,739 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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DK05 OTG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 DK05 OTG, 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 DK05 OTG registered?

DK05 OTG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is DK05 OTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 OTG shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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