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PK55 FPV

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

156,239 mi
Last recorded156,239 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 FPV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 156,239 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 156,239 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 154,843 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 153,824 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 144,414 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 136,502 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 131,177 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 120,746 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 110,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 100,653 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

cracks in all four tyres

Pass 24 Sep 2015 91,808 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 83,083 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 81,465 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 81,437 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 70,252 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 70,252 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 60,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

wipers worn

Pass 18 May 2011 50,901 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 39,912 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 17 Nov 2008 30,579 miles

front brake balance has just met limits at 25% imbalance brakes may need adjustment or repair

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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PK55 FPV 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 85%.

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 PK55 FPV, 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

How do I check the history of PK55 FPV?

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What year was PK55 FPV registered?

PK55 FPV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is PK55 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 FPV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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