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LJ55 ZBN

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,193 mi
Last recorded124,193 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 124,193 miles

Offside Front screen washer only 50% working

tow bar electrics stop lights interacting with rear position lights

Fail 26 Jun 2017 124,055 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front screen washer only 50% working

tow bar electrics stop lights interacting with rear position lights

Pass 13 Jun 2016 111,940 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 101,219 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2014 89,310 miles

all tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2013 79,891 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 69,649 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 62,351 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 59,907 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 54,251 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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LJ55 ZBN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LJ55 ZBN, 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 ZBN registered?

LJ55 ZBN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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