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MF05 FYO

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,228 mi
Last recorded113,228 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 FYO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 113,228 miles

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

parking brake efficiency just met. it would appear that the system need repair or adjustment

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2018 105,407 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 100,400 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 100,400 miles

Central Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective safety catch seized (8.4.2)

Driver's airbag obviously defective Airbag light illuminated on dash (5.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2015 91,514 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 91,514 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 80,657 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 70,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 May 2012 70,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Upper Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 61,072 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 55,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre cut in side wall

Pass 2 Apr 2009 47,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

PROMPT nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,322 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 FYO is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MF05 FYO, 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 MF05 FYO registered?

MF05 FYO is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is MF05 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 FYO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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