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LS55 BYL

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

136,045 mi
Last recorded136,045 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 BYL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 136,045 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 132,512 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 127,759 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 124,384 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 117,018 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 110,030 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 105,704 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 101,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 96,964 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 89,806 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 83,371 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,005 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 69,601 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

front plate deteriorating

Pass 4 Mar 2010 63,467 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 50,756 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 50,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LS55 BYL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LS55 BYL, 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 LS55 BYL registered?

LS55 BYL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is LS55 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 BYL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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