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NT54 GYB

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

187,949 mi
Last recorded187,949 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT54 GYB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 187,949 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

tpms warning light on

Fail 29 Jan 2018 187,949 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

tpms warning light on

Pass 15 Feb 2017 176,693 miles

both front brake discs pitted

full plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

Fail 13 Feb 2017 176,662 miles

Nearside Rear Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs pitted

full plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 2 Feb 2016 161,056 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 149,222 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

oil leak at gearbox solonoid area

slight bind o/s/f brake

Pass 23 Apr 2014 148,475 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

n/s/f fog light missing

Fail 26 Mar 2014 148,403 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f bumper insecure

n/s/f fog light missing

tyre pressure monitor indicates a fault

Pass 11 Feb 2013 139,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning lamp stays on.This will be a failure item in the future

Fail 11 Feb 2013 139,540 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning lamp stays on.This will be a failure item in the future

Pass 18 Mar 2011 109,086 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 108,423 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 81,195 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 54,359 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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NT54 GYB 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 64.3%.

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 NT54 GYB, 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 NT54 GYB registered?

NT54 GYB is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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