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DY55 FZJ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

133,844 mi
Last recorded133,844 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 FZJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 133,844 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 130,802 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 127,933 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

tpms light illuminated

Pass 24 Aug 2022 124,615 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 124,609 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 123,496 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 121,517 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 117,404 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 112,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 108,524 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 101,412 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 101,412 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 95,352 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 90,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 83,551 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 76,259 miles

smoke test readings too low to register

Pass 15 Nov 2011 69,407 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 69,405 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 62,762 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 50,830 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 40,556 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 35,842 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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DY55 FZJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DY55 FZJ, 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

How do I check the history of DY55 FZJ?

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What year was DY55 FZJ registered?

DY55 FZJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is DY55 FZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 FZJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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