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LX55 UGL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

168,051 mi
Last recorded168,051 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 UGL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2014 168,051 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 159,182 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 141,150 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 141,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 125,841 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 125,841 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 105,347 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 92,421 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 67,381 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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LX55 UGL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX55 UGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX55 UGL registered?

LX55 UGL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is LX55 UGL safe to buy?

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