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LX55 UGW

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,964 mi
Last recorded74,964 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 UGW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 74,964 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 70,752 miles
Fail 1 May 2023 70,752 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2022
Fail 14 May 2022

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 62,380 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 57,530 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 56,006 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 55,565 miles

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

wet test

Pass 23 Sep 2016 50,237 miles

bulb warning light on

offside front tyre valve starting to perish

oil leak

oil level topped up

Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,772 miles

frt tyres outer edges worn

n/s/r tyre perishing on 3mm

oil leak

rear tyres worn inner edgesa

Pass 2 Oct 2014 41,605 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

n/s/r inner side light not working

wipers smearing

Pass 14 Oct 2013 37,325 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 33,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front /rear pads discs worn

Pass 3 Oct 2011 28,703 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2010 24,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

tyres partially worn at edges

Pass 28 Sep 2009 19,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2008 16,055 miles

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 UGW is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UGW, 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 UGW registered?

LX55 UGW is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LX55 UGW safe to buy?

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