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HU05 DEG

2007 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,810 mi
Last recorded139,810 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHU05 DEG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 139,810 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Fail 9 Apr 2026 139,810 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 9 Apr 2025 138,385 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 136,488 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 136,488 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 134,227 miles

Engine/Body Covers fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Pass 4 Apr 2022 132,272 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 130,221 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 121,162 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 111,377 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Dec 2019 111,300 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small cuts in tread all round tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 102,967 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres limited life (5.2.3 (e))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2017 91,576 miles

shields limiting inspection

Fail 11 Dec 2017 91,576 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

shields limiting inspection

Pass 1 Dec 2016 81,992 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

SHIELDS LIMITING INSPECTION

Pass 9 Dec 2015 73,281 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 67,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2013 58,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 49,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2011 40,597 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 31,774 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 25,493 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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HU05 DEG is a 2007 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2007 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 85,322 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 HU05 DEG, 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 19 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 HU05 DEG registered?

HU05 DEG is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 28 March 2007.

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