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KC55 VUE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

195,507 mi
Last recorded195,507 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 VUE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 195,507 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Park Brake Only Just Met Requirements

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 186,787 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 175,869 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged DOOR MIRROR (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 166,950 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 166,950 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 164,657 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 161,290 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 28 Jun 2021 161,290 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2020 159,305 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2019 155,735 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 152,483 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 149,206 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 145,732 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 137,830 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 127,453 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

near side front tyre worn on outer edge and perished

off side front tyre perished and rears

off side rear tyre side wall damaged

off side rear wheel damaged

Fail 15 Apr 2014 127,453 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

near side front tyre worn on outer edge and perished

off side front tyre perished and rears

off side rear tyre side wall damaged

off side rear wheel damaged

Pass 22 Mar 2013 115,236 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 101,240 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 101,240 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

oil level low

slight play in front track control arm bushes

Pass 27 Apr 2011 85,990 miles

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

Rear tyres low on tread

Pass 23 Apr 2010 70,123 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 53,263 miles

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)

near side front tyre worn on outter side

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 VUE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VUE, 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.

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What year was KC55 VUE registered?

KC55 VUE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is KC55 VUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 VUE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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