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NG55 OYX

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,780 mi
Last recorded151,780 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG55 OYX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 151,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f fog light inop

Fail 23 Jan 2023 151,767 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f fog light inop

Pass 20 Jan 2022 146,035 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 146,035 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 141,504 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 134,083 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OSR/NSR ()

Fail 22 Jan 2020 134,083 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OSR/NSR ()

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 127,047 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 114,532 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2017 101,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 86,894 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 81,239 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 75,950 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,527 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 57,232 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2011 44,634 miles

rear brake discs coroded & rear brake pads thin

Pass 27 May 2010 32,450 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,972 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 17,422 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 17,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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NG55 OYX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NG55 OYX, 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 NG55 OYX registered?

NG55 OYX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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