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HG55 DXE

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,671 mi
Last recorded149,671 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 DXE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 149,671 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 142,151 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 138,028 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 133,034 miles

all tyre treads cracked not through to cords

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 125,629 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 125,628 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 117,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 106,399 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 97,729 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Nov 2012 97,729 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 84,169 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 66,419 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 51,022 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 51,022 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 32,991 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,602 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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HG55 DXE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HG55 DXE, 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 HG55 DXE registered?

HG55 DXE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HG55 DXE safe to buy?

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