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FP05 PXC

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

129,455 mi
Last recorded129,455 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 PXC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 129,455 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 122,313 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 115,337 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 107,088 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2016 102,859 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 96,813 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 94,753 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 94,753 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 91,500 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 81,706 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 77,931 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 65,049 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 59,710 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 51,688 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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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FP05 PXC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FP05 PXC, 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 FP05 PXC registered?

FP05 PXC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is FP05 PXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 PXC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP05 PXC have outstanding finance?

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