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MW05 YSX

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

141,231 mi
Last recorded141,231 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 YSX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 141,231 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 137,754 miles

Offside Front brake backing plate deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2018 133,939 miles

offside front brake disc back plate deteriorated and corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2017 124,976 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 120,974 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 109,978 miles

2x child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of rear seatbelts

front and rear tyres sidewalls marked and fronts wearing unevenly

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2014 101,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front tyres wearing unevenly on outer edges

rear brake discs starting to corrode

rear tyres worn to manufactures wear markers

Pass 25 Sep 2013 85,309 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre cracked and small cut in centre of tyre not showing cords

Pass 26 Sep 2012 73,753 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 17,950 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 17,950 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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 60,797 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 38,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 25,158 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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MW05 YSX 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 92.9%.

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 MW05 YSX, 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.

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What year was MW05 YSX registered?

MW05 YSX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is MW05 YSX safe to buy?

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