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LT55 BTU

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,871 mi
Last recorded89,871 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 BTU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 89,871 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 88,642 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 87,322 miles

backing plate loose

Fail 5 Mar 2024 87,322 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

backing plate loose

Pass 6 Feb 2023 85,121 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 85,118 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 82,720 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 80,396 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 79,329 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 77,115 miles

both rear tyre's worn on inner edge's.235/50r1897v

Fail 12 Feb 2019 77,113 miles

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently won't close (3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear tyre's worn on inner edge's.235/50r1897v

Pass 16 Feb 2018 73,670 miles

both rear tyre's worn on inner edge's.235/50r1897v

Pass 27 Feb 2017 70,307 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 70,307 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 52,459 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 50,456 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 47,514 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 43,130 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 38,637 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 30,992 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,872 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 21,560 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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LT55 BTU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LT55 BTU, 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 LT55 BTU?

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What year was LT55 BTU registered?

LT55 BTU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is LT55 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 BTU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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