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KC55 LRN

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

208,924 mi
Last recorded208,924 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 LRN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2026 208,924 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 202,062 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion through out (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 193,617 miles

Central Handbrake lever has limited reserve travel

Front Both front dip beams have poor beam images

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front And is wearing on inner edges

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Plastic casing loose (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Plastic casing loose (5.3.2 (b))

Rear All rear metal suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2023 175,035 miles

Central Handbrake lever has long travel and only just met brake test efficiency

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

Rear All rear metal suspension corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2023 175,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Handbrake lever has long travel and only just met brake test efficiency

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

Rear All rear metal suspension corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2022 166,638 miles

parking brake just met limits poss adjustment

Pass 18 May 2021 158,510 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 153,003 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 147,545 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 147,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 23 May 2018 137,805 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 May 2018 137,801 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 May 2017 124,664 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 113,546 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 101,680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 90,282 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 77,063 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 73,570 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 64,871 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 63,983 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 54,397 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 54,397 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 49,688 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 39,865 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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KC55 LRN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 KC55 LRN, 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 KC55 LRN registered?

KC55 LRN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is KC55 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 LRN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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