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FD55 ERK

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

137,924 mi
Last recorded137,924 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 ERK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 137,924 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 136,846 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 136,121 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 130,400 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 126,128 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 121,560 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 113,911 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 100,203 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 88,258 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 78,685 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 71,203 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 66,238 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,238 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 60,368 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 54,662 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 49,357 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 49,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 43,613 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 34,462 miles

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

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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FD55 ERK is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FD55 ERK, 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 FD55 ERK?

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What year was FD55 ERK registered?

FD55 ERK is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is FD55 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 ERK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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