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LNV 343M

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,757 mi
Last recorded174,757 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNV 343M
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2023 174,757 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 165,397 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 155,866 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 150,694 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 147,318 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 141,228 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)

engine covers and protective undershields fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 122,601 miles

protective undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2016 106,586 miles

engine covers and protective undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 6 Jan 2015 94,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 83,072 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 73,222 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2012 61,729 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag warning light on

Pass 19 Jan 2011 52,874 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 44,509 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 35,758 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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LNV 343M 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 100%.

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 LNV 343M, 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 LNV 343M registered?

LNV 343M is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LNV 343M safe to buy?

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