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FX55 ARU

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

118,075 mi
Last recorded118,075 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 ARU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2025 118,075 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Tps light illuminated

Pass 31 Oct 2023 102,779 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 92,217 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 75,793 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dreamcatcher removed from rear view mirror ()

Pass 13 Oct 2020 63,345 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 57,955 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2018 50,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 48,154 miles

park brake on 16% only just passed

Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,371 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,434 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,900 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 36,237 miles

N/S/R Tyre on 3.5mm

Fail 30 Aug 2012 33,961 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,961 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,319 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,992 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 26,992 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 21,946 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,157 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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FX55 ARU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FX55 ARU, 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 FX55 ARU registered?

FX55 ARU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is FX55 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 ARU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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