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EF05 LUD

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,170 mi
Last recorded118,170 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 LUD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 118,170 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 113,598 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2019 100,344 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 97,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Worn on edges

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 90,404 miles

nearside rear tyre tread cracked and worn on inside

under trays fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2016 90,404 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread cracked and worn on inside

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2015 88,161 miles

engine covers fitted

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

under trays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2014 84,046 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 84,046 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 80,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 80,665 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 65,675 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 65,675 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 61,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 49,259 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Sep 2009 36,649 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 23,529 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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EF05 LUD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EF05 LUD, 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 EF05 LUD registered?

EF05 LUD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is EF05 LUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 LUD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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