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GP55 KNY

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,215 mi
Last recorded161,215 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 KNY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 161,215 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 161,209 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front door mirror casing missing, sharp edge

engine oil level very low

Pass 3 Jun 2020 150,571 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 127,205 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 103,124 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2017 91,268 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 87,462 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 83,159 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 80,086 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 76,914 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 73,621 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 69,819 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 69,819 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 65,111 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 45,109 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 45,109 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 88,668 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 88,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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GP55 KNY is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GP55 KNY, 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 GP55 KNY registered?

GP55 KNY is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 8 November 2005.

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