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PE05 ZCY

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

212,683 mi
Last recorded212,683 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 ZCY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 212,683 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 193,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 174,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 160,808 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 142,503 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 130,958 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 120,825 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 112,040 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 101,541 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 92,083 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 80,608 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 69,814 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 61,156 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 54,610 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 47,581 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,112 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 33,493 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 27,919 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 21,528 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 21,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

n/s front tyre has side wall damage

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

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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PE05 ZCY 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 PE05 ZCY, 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 PE05 ZCY registered?

PE05 ZCY is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is PE05 ZCY safe to buy?

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