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FL05 FSV

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,846 mi
Last recorded170,846 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 FSV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2020 170,846 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 166,462 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 160,777 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 152,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 147,294 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 141,566 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 133,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 117,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 98,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 74,910 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 58,564 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,338 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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FL05 FSV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL05 FSV, 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 FL05 FSV registered?

FL05 FSV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is FL05 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 FSV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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