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MF05 CWL

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,037 mi
Last recorded102,037 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 CWL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 102,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm cracking in tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm cracking in tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 98,496 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 98,496 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 94,338 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 91,894 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 88,615 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 88,615 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 84,523 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 84,523 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 63,958 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,375 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,122 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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MF05 CWL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF05 CWL, 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.

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What year was MF05 CWL registered?

MF05 CWL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is MF05 CWL safe to buy?

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