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LT55 XMZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,348 mi
Last recorded93,348 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 XMZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 93,348 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 81,928 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 5 May 2021 81,926 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 80,523 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 77,518 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 77,518 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 72,861 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 67,355 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 64,516 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 60,127 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 56,215 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 56,215 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 55,082 miles

n/s/f tyre cracked on outer sidewall.235/55x17.

n/s/r tyre near limit. 2mm.

Pass 15 Dec 2011 53,302 miles

rear tyres near wear indicators

Pass 9 Feb 2010 43,919 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 25,328 miles

Front 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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LT55 XMZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LT55 XMZ, 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 LT55 XMZ registered?

LT55 XMZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LT55 XMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 XMZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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