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JA02 NOS

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

150,201 mi
Last recorded150,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA02 NOS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 150,201 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2026 150,116 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 137,873 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower arm front bush worn but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 130,519 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 126,455 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2022 122,327 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 121,680 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 120,723 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 119,598 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 118,318 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 116,444 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 113,894 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 111,559 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 108,447 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 104,871 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 99,732 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2011 91,956 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 84,485 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 72,433 miles

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

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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JA02 NOS is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 JA02 NOS, 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 JA02 NOS registered?

JA02 NOS is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is JA02 NOS safe to buy?

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