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FN55 WAJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,763 mi
Last recorded138,763 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 WAJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 138,763 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 138,763 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 133,316 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 133,316 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 124,608 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 117,569 miles

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT WAS ON AT START OF TEST , LIGHTS GO OUT ONCE DRIVEN

Pass 26 Jul 2016 108,303 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 103,047 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 94,302 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 94,302 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 84,580 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 84,542 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine management light on

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 29 Feb 2012 76,382 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 65,998 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 52,915 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,597 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 42,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FN55 WAJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FN55 WAJ, 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 FN55 WAJ registered?

FN55 WAJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is FN55 WAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN55 WAJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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