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J16 TMG

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

111,837 mi
Last recorded111,837 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 TMG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 111,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 106,229 miles

suspension corroded / old

Pass 12 Oct 2021 101,538 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 101,538 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,031 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2019 86,436 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 79,782 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 79,777 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2017 73,171 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 63,064 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 48,449 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 46,420 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 41,041 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 37,267 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres (walls cracking and perished)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 31,735 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,163 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,030 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 25,030 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 19,797 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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J16 TMG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 J16 TMG, 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 J16 TMG registered?

J16 TMG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is J16 TMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 TMG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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