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DX55 SNN

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,185 mi
Last recorded168,185 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 SNN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 168,185 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 168,175 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 168,175 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 164,313 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

headlamp aim adjusters damaged but aim is within limits set.

Pass 22 Jan 2021 157,018 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 144,465 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2018 134,084 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 30 Aug 2018 134,082 miles

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

Brake lever excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

Front Exhaust system insecure pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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 27 Sep 2017 120,614 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 105,251 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 105,251 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 90,473 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)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 90,473 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 8 Dec 2014 81,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

centre heatsheild slightly insecure

Fail 8 Dec 2014 81,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

centre heatsheild slightly insecure

Fail 12 Dec 2013 74,629 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 74,629 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 65,499 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 65,499 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 56,636 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 47,430 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 47,430 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 36,497 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 28,637 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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DX55 SNN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX55 SNN, 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 DX55 SNN registered?

DX55 SNN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is DX55 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 SNN shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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