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MH05 DSU

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

124,588 mi
Last recorded124,588 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 DSU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 124,588 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 122,432 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 121,186 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 119,924 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 118,851 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 117,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted under bonnet and under vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 15 May 2019 114,107 miles

covers fitted under bonnet and under vehicle obscuring some testable items

Pass 16 May 2018 110,766 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 105,752 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 97,166 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 88,529 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 82,338 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2013 64,223 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 64,217 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 50,647 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 47,613 miles

Nearside front brake disc slightly pitted

Nearside rear brake disc pitted

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

Offside front brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 2 Aug 2010 43,216 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 43,216 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 42,326 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 37,846 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 31,529 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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MH05 DSU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 MH05 DSU, 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

How do I check the history of MH05 DSU?

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What year was MH05 DSU registered?

MH05 DSU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is MH05 DSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 DSU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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