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LM05 SMV

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,505 mi
Last recorded84,505 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 SMV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 84,505 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 78,151 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,904 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 77,410 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 77,410 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 76,470 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 70,429 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 63,346 miles

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)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,146 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 48,510 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 42,230 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 42,230 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 34,493 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 28,488 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,930 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 20,927 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

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 SMV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LM05 SMV, 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 SMV registered?

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

Is LM05 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 SMV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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