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LS05 ORU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,090 mi
Last recorded115,090 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 ORU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 115,090 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 114,325 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 111,446 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 108,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 104,701 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 101,913 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 99,421 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 96,618 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 96,616 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 93,807 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 93,807 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 87,647 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 84,370 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 81,350 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 61,944 miles

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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LS05 ORU 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 86.7%.

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 LS05 ORU, 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 LS05 ORU registered?

LS05 ORU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LS05 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 ORU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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