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HM54 MAS

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,573 mi
Last recorded104,573 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHM54 MAS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 104,573 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 101,996 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 92,143 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 92,143 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 83,687 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 75,075 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 68,508 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 68,508 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 65,991 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 61,250 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 61,250 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 57,830 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 54,631 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 52,638 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 71,729 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 49,394 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 46,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 46,617 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 42,239 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 34,782 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 34,782 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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HM54 MAS is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HM54 MAS, 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 HM54 MAS registered?

HM54 MAS is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is HM54 MAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HM54 MAS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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