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FV55 BZX

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,810 mi
Last recorded72,810 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 BZX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2012 72,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 64,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2010 57,370 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 40,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 32,184 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FV55 BZX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV55 BZX, 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

How do I check the history of FV55 BZX?

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What year was FV55 BZX registered?

FV55 BZX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is FV55 BZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 BZX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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