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FG55 XJE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

131,290 mi
Last recorded131,290 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 XJE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 131,290 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 126,194 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 122,121 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 118,220 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 112,869 miles

Front and rear suspension components are corroded. Structural integrity does not appear to be affected

Parking brake only just meets minimum requirements

Pass 20 Jan 2021 108,354 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 103,748 miles

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

engine cover fitted

n/s/f brake disc backing plate loose

Pass 19 Jul 2018 101,726 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres are slightly perished

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2017 92,698 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 91,998 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 89,762 miles

Both front tyres outer edges slightly worn

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 86,931 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 83,759 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2012 79,877 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)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 74,886 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 67,230 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 58,657 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 53,513 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 53,513 miles

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

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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FG55 XJE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FG55 XJE, 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 FG55 XJE registered?

FG55 XJE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 27 November 2005.

Is FG55 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 XJE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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