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FL55 ZPX

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,531 mi
Last recorded151,531 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 ZPX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 151,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 137,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 137,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 136,250 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 133,467 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 130,009 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 116,252 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 110,958 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 101,559 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 90,934 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 86,598 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 79,493 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 76,785 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 71,513 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 62,117 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 62,117 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 48,410 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 48,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,305 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Wipers smearing

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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FL55 ZPX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FL55 ZPX, 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 FL55 ZPX registered?

FL55 ZPX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FL55 ZPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 ZPX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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