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HN55 UPD

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

159,243 mi
Last recorded159,243 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 UPD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 159,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 155,031 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 150,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 148,076 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 143,137 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 135,660 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 135,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 May 2014 127,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

tyre pressure worning light on

Fail 24 May 2014 127,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

tyre pressure worning light on

Pass 16 Jul 2013 110,869 miles

n/s/f tyre wall damaged.

o/s/r secondary side light not working.

tyre pressure warning light on.

Fail 10 Jul 2013 110,869 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s/f tyre wall damaged.

o/s/r secondary side light not working.

tyre pressure warning light on.

Pass 4 Jul 2012 98,835 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 85,196 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 66,125 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 46,361 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 46,144 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,778 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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HN55 UPD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HN55 UPD, 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 HN55 UPD registered?

HN55 UPD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is HN55 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 UPD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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