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FM55 LZR

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

215,186 mi
Last recorded215,186 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 LZR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2024 215,186 miles

both rear tyres are worn

Pass 14 Jan 2023 200,025 miles

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm bush worn

nfs osr tyres worn strong advise

Pass 16 Dec 2021 186,915 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 186,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Serious knocking from under body when carried out on road test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

crank pulley snapped in half

fuel tank hear shield insecure

Fail 20 May 2019 186,703 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

crank pulley snapped in half

fuel tank hear shield insecure

Pass 13 Jun 2018 157,890 miles

windscreen chipped in zone b

Fail 7 Jun 2018 157,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

windscreen chipped in zone b

Pass 16 Jun 2017 120,332 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 114,038 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 103,201 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2015 91,572 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 80,043 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 65,161 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 47,544 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 41,188 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 18 Jan 2010 33,466 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 27,682 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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FM55 LZR is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FM55 LZR, 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 FM55 LZR registered?

FM55 LZR is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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