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LS55 WAE

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,552 mi
Last recorded127,552 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 WAE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 127,552 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 127,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 119,730 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 119,730 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements condition (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2021 111,143 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 105,558 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 94,471 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 92,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 86,372 miles

under trays fitted and obscuring some parts

Pass 8 Oct 2015 81,973 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some componants

Pass 19 Sep 2014 76,586 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 70,076 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 64,572 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 59,119 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 54,273 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 48,754 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 41,798 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 41,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 WAE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WAE, 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 WAE registered?

LS55 WAE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is LS55 WAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 WAE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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