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OY55 HRL

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,965 mi
Last recorded159,965 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 HRL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 159,965 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 146,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 140,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 140,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 134,998 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2023 134,573 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 126,900 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 117,490 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 102,883 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2019 102,861 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

coolant light on dash

tyre monitoring light on

Pass 19 Oct 2017 91,266 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 88,589 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 85,463 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 77,650 miles

front inner brake pads looks low

Fail 17 Dec 2014 77,602 miles

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

front inner brake pad looks low

Pass 20 Dec 2013 62,439 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 48,958 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 40,427 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 36,275 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,275 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 30,208 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Jan 2010 30,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 24,855 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 18,258 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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OY55 HRL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OY55 HRL, 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 OY55 HRL registered?

OY55 HRL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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