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LX55 UHT

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

185,988 mi
Last recorded185,988 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 UHT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 185,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 181,541 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 172,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 163,538 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 155,324 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 146,933 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 133,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 116,365 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 97,609 miles

Brake pad wear warning light illuminated

Pass 18 Oct 2016 88,017 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 81,415 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 75,874 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 71,689 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 67,796 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 64,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2010 59,113 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 48,023 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 36,258 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 24,358 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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LX55 UHT is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX55 UHT, 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 LX55 UHT registered?

LX55 UHT is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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