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MJ55 SYF

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

141,694 mi
Last recorded141,694 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 SYF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 141,694 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 133,557 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 122,670 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 120,585 miles

Undertray Obscuring Some Items

Fail 25 Aug 2022 120,585 miles

Undertray Obscuring Some Items

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 115,067 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 113,451 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 110,840 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 110,837 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 99,779 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,974 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 90,969 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 87,927 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 78,068 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2014 69,401 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,144 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 52,642 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 36,375 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 23,835 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 19,926 miles

both front tyres wearing on shoulders. both rear tyres 3mm in centre of tread

Pass 16 Oct 2008 15,550 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 15,525 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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MJ55 SYF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MJ55 SYF, 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 MJ55 SYF registered?

MJ55 SYF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is MJ55 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ55 SYF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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