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FM54 LUO

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,599 mi
Last recorded132,599 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 LUO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 132,599 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 123,769 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 118,897 miles

Nearside Rear bumpstop broken

all four tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Jan 2015 96,198 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 84,569 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres down to 3mm in centre of tread

Pass 21 Jan 2013 72,413 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 62,955 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 62,855 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 55,085 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 46,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 39,345 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 29,479 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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FM54 LUO is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FM54 LUO, 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 FM54 LUO registered?

FM54 LUO is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is FM54 LUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 LUO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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