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LR05 UHK

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,150 mi
Last recorded148,150 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 UHK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 148,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 141,129 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 128,328 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Dec 2018 119,792 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 115,569 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 112,063 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 106,748 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 102,643 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2014 102,423 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 93,053 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 87,674 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

airbag lamp on

Pass 10 Dec 2011 79,627 miles

airbag lamp on

Fail 7 Dec 2011 79,526 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

E.M.L lamp on

airbag lamp on

Pass 20 Dec 2010 71,858 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 68,837 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 68,834 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 59,464 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 59,464 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 44,172 miles

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

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

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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LR05 UHK is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LR05 UHK, 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

How do I check the history of LR05 UHK?

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What year was LR05 UHK registered?

LR05 UHK is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is LR05 UHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 UHK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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