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LT05 VRN

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,721 mi
Last recorded56,721 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 VRN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 56,721 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 50,745 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 50,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 47,848 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 46,872 miles

Front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 6 Sep 2014 43,156 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,783 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 35,237 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,257 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,107 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,204 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 11,430 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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LT05 VRN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LT05 VRN, 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 LT05 VRN registered?

LT05 VRN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LT05 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 VRN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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