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LM05 ATZ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,141 mi
Last recorded171,141 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 ATZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 171,141 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 146,977 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 126,362 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 126,362 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 111,180 miles

nearside rear tyre have crack on the side wall

Pass 8 Jun 2013 98,301 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 98,301 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 86,000 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 69,222 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2011 69,222 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 51,416 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 51,416 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 38,005 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 37,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,733 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covers fitted to sills

plastic undertrays fitted

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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LM05 ATZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LM05 ATZ, 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 LM05 ATZ registered?

LM05 ATZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LM05 ATZ safe to buy?

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