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DV55 MKJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,237 mi
Last recorded142,237 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 MKJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 142,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit ADIVSE ATTENTION ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv grease around boot but cannot see any signs of split/damage (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2021 142,234 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small end clip (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small end clip (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Towbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit ADIVSE ATTENTION ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv grease around boot but cannot see any signs of split/damage (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 111,058 miles

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

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 Feb 2019 106,676 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 99,077 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 92,594 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 84,420 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 75,826 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 69,255 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 62,602 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 55,001 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,447 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 36,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,992 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 26,665 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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DV55 MKJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DV55 MKJ, 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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What year was DV55 MKJ registered?

DV55 MKJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is DV55 MKJ safe to buy?

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