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NC55 LCZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

102,507 mi
Last recorded102,507 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 LCZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 102,507 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 102,502 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 93,146 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 93,146 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 92,074 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine undertray cover fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2020 89,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

both sides rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2019 88,163 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 88,163 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 87,275 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 87,265 miles

Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 86,274 miles

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

Offside Front disc splash panel insecure

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 80,322 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 74,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 70,203 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 63,813 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 57,824 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 51,155 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 41,928 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 32,399 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 32,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 22,186 miles

all tyres sligtly cracked on tread

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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NC55 LCZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC55 LCZ, 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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NC55 LCZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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