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MM05 WHB

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

136,761 mi
Last recorded136,761 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 136,761 miles

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2016 130,693 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 130,692 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 121,980 miles

Engine oil low

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 110,561 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 110,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 105,345 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 93,085 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 93,085 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 80,353 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 66,575 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 53,823 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 36,898 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 30,828 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 WHB is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WHB, 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 WHB registered?

MM05 WHB is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is MM05 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 WHB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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