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OUI 4361

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

145,314 mi
Last recorded145,314 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 4361
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 145,314 miles

Exhaust shield loose

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 145,313 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks rubbing against front propshaft, wires showing (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust shield loose

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

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

This vehicle has an outstanding recall Tell the vehicle presenter to contact their nearest BMW dealership for information and to arrange a free repair

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 120,535 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 96,732 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 24 May 2022 84,425 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 83,238 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 83,238 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2020 81,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 80,469 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 77,952 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 77,942 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald on edge. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edge change asap. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2017 73,842 miles

n/s/f disc corroded

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit

o/s/r tyre worn close to limit

rear brake pads low

Pass 25 May 2016 70,351 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 67,203 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 67,203 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 62,433 miles

advise n/s/f brake disc scred+corroded.

Fail 1 May 2014 62,426 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

advise n/s/f brake disc scred+corroded.

Pass 20 May 2013 54,700 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 54,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 47,753 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)

Pass 9 May 2011 42,457 miles

advise front brake discs scored+corroded.

Pass 4 May 2010 37,110 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 32,382 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 27,054 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,715 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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OUI 4361 is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 OUI 4361, 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 OUI 4361 registered?

OUI 4361 is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is OUI 4361 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 4361 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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