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FV55 SWF

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

202,532 mi
Last recorded202,532 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 SWF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 202,532 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 195,343 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

hand brake travel high

Pass 22 Jul 2020 188,840 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 176,633 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 161,281 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 147,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 96,790 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 126,335 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 113,530 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

both rear tyres wearing on the inside edge

Fail 6 Dec 2012 100,235 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 100,235 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 90,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 90,312 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 74,393 miles

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

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

airbag light on

Pass 17 Dec 2009 63,366 miles

lower engine covers fitted

outer sill mouldings fitted

small chips in the windscreen

top engine cover fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2008 40,475 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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FV55 SWF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV55 SWF, 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 FV55 SWF registered?

FV55 SWF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is FV55 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 SWF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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