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MH55 ZVO

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,507 mi
Last recorded140,507 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 ZVO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 140,507 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 130,875 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 122,650 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 113,009 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 113,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 96,649 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 22 Jan 2014 82,146 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 82,146 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 66,996 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 61,672 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 61,672 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 55,850 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,018 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 54,010 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 41,625 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 29,006 miles

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

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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MH55 ZVO is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MH55 ZVO, 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 MH55 ZVO registered?

MH55 ZVO is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is MH55 ZVO safe to buy?

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