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PG05 HLE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,693 mi
Last recorded123,693 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 HLE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2020 123,693 miles

under seal covering under body

Pass 12 Oct 2019 121,512 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under body has cover / tray fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2018 118,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 113,647 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 113,634 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 106,761 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 106,761 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 101,628 miles

under body has cover fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2014 95,085 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 84,963 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 72,367 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 59,989 miles

covers under car not allowing full inspection of all components

oil level on minimum ,recommend topped up

Pass 25 Nov 2010 48,046 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 43,932 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 27,411 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 17,465 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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PG05 HLE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PG05 HLE, 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 PG05 HLE registered?

PG05 HLE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is PG05 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG05 HLE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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