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LN55 VDG

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,073 mi
Last recorded137,073 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 VDG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 137,073 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 137,073 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2017 119,164 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 99,402 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 80,996 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 70,977 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 70,977 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 60,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

cut in n/s/f sidewall

Pass 28 Jul 2012 49,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2011 33,371 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 23,260 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jan 2009 12,356 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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LN55 VDG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LN55 VDG, 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 LN55 VDG registered?

LN55 VDG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is LN55 VDG safe to buy?

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