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MF05 MUU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,704 mi
Last recorded156,704 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 156,704 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 152,185 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 146,502 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 140,702 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 134,840 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 130,325 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 122,858 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 114,004 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 111,747 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 103,598 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 94,458 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 87,060 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 76,120 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2011 68,348 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 56,963 miles

both rear tyres on 2mm

Fail 28 Sep 2010 56,965 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres on 2mm

Pass 3 Oct 2009 50,648 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres getting low

Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,866 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 22,216 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 22,216 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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 MUU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MUU, 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 MUU registered?

MF05 MUU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MF05 MUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 MUU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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