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MM05 EFX

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 EFX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024
Pass 17 Jul 2023 152,079 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 139,433 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 127,220 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 115,999 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 103,992 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 102,144 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Fail 22 May 2018 102,144 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Pass 11 May 2017 93,514 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 89,249 miles

front tyres close to strut

Pass 1 May 2015 87,223 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 76,834 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 69,373 miles

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

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

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 2012 63,054 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 56,665 miles

Front discs worn

Fail 4 Aug 2011 56,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Front discs worn

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,780 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,203 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MM05 EFX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MM05 EFX, 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 MM05 EFX registered?

MM05 EFX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is MM05 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 EFX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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