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NL05 SPU

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,244 mi
Last recorded176,244 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 SPU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 176,244 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 176,225 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 156,948 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 138,374 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 138,374 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 119,285 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 91,783 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 80,549 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 64,201 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 54,955 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 46,835 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 30,819 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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NL05 SPU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NL05 SPU, 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 NL05 SPU registered?

NL05 SPU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is NL05 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL05 SPU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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