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LJ55 TGZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

149,514 mi
Last recorded149,514 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 TGZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 149,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 149,512 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 136,734 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2022 136,732 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 May 2021 129,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 127,138 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 124,356 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 116,013 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 116,013 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 110,047 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 104,050 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 97,203 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 90,365 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 82,713 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 82,712 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 75,969 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 66,642 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 57,801 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 53,334 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 Front 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 21 Nov 2008 42,714 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 42,714 miles

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

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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LJ55 TGZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ55 TGZ, 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 LJ55 TGZ registered?

LJ55 TGZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ55 TGZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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