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LR55 FMZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,449 mi
Last recorded119,449 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 FMZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 119,449 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 114,829 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 109,349 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 102,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 93,958 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 85,479 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 72,220 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 61,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 54,835 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 50,383 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 49,321 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 45,996 miles

child seat fitted at nearside & offside rear

Pass 20 Nov 2013 33,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2012 29,857 miles

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

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)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 27,145 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 18,905 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,451 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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LR55 FMZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 LR55 FMZ, 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 LR55 FMZ?

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What year was LR55 FMZ registered?

LR55 FMZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is LR55 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 FMZ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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