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NA05 UNF

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

77,274 mi
Last recorded77,274 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA05 UNF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 77,274 miles

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 7 Feb 2026 77,274 miles

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 76,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts lipped/worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 73,051 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 67,422 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2022 62,208 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 57,508 miles

TPMS light on

Pass 8 Jan 2020 55,623 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jan 2019 50,235 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 46,338 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 42,004 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 35,784 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 33,189 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 30,372 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 28,043 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 26,509 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 24,349 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 21,847 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 19,238 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,826 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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NA05 UNF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NA05 UNF, 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 NA05 UNF registered?

NA05 UNF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is NA05 UNF safe to buy?

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