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PL05 HDN

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,254 mi
Last recorded101,254 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 HDN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 101,254 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 96,171 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 89,468 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,004 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 82,936 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,770 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 73,770 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 67,818 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 61,529 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 58,375 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 53,047 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,699 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,924 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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PL05 HDN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PL05 HDN, 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 PL05 HDN?

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What year was PL05 HDN registered?

PL05 HDN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is PL05 HDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 HDN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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