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DN05 EVV

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

166,376 mi
Last recorded166,376 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 EVV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 166,376 miles

Front Transfer box shaft joint worn.

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 162,513 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 159,163 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 146,373 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 131,276 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 119,361 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 108,294 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 92,745 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 86,142 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 86,142 miles

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

oil leak

paint marks on o/s/r alloy

Pass 26 Jun 2013 77,319 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,946 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 66,946 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 62,714 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 52,713 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 43,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 41,611 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 33,652 miles

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

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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DN05 EVV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DN05 EVV, 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 DN05 EVV registered?

DN05 EVV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DN05 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 EVV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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