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OE05 XRX

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

152,820 mi
Last recorded152,820 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 XRX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 152,820 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 148,407 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 144,005 miles

front number plate damaged but not insecure

Pass 30 Mar 2023 141,483 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 140,082 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 139,508 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 132,894 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 124,059 miles

all tyres wearing thin

Pass 29 Mar 2018 117,537 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 112,699 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 106,241 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 98,725 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 93,954 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 89,743 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 81,854 miles

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)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 74,116 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 67,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2009 58,872 miles

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)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 58,872 miles

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

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

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 24 Jun 2008 47,202 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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OE05 XRX 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 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 OE05 XRX, 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 OE05 XRX registered?

OE05 XRX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is OE05 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 XRX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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