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LM05 KZW

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

93,858 mi
Last recorded93,858 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 93,858 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 85,004 miles

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

Fail 22 Jan 2025 85,004 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

Pass 13 Sep 2023 83,113 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 83,955 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread breaking up on outer edges/large screw in tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2022 76,757 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2021 72,759 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 72,755 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre tread low and bolt in tread

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 68,055 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 63,992 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 58,434 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 50,718 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,407 miles

4x4 vehicle tapley brake

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

child seat fitted r/o/s

exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Mar 2014 37,196 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 31,073 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 27,225 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2012 27,225 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

N/S/R position lamp not working.

Oil level low.

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 13,775 miles

1 child seat fitted to rear

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,985 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,122 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,120 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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LM05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc 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 LM05 KZW, 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 KZW registered?

LM05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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The MOT history for LM05 KZW 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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