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LV05 DLJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,907 mi
Last recorded75,907 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 DLJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 75,907 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 70,715 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 67,669 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 67,669 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 65,088 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 63,555 miles

various body damage

Pass 12 Mar 2018 62,183 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 59,108 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 56,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2014 51,981 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jul 2013 49,277 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 49,277 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,933 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 42,269 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 42,269 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,095 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,120 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 36,120 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 29,786 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 24,254 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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LV05 DLJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV05 DLJ, 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 LV05 DLJ registered?

LV05 DLJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is LV05 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 DLJ shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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