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PM55 LJM

2005 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,088 mi
Last recorded119,088 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM55 LJM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 119,088 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 114,093 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 103,554 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 97,640 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 97,640 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 87,397 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 87,397 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 82,082 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 77,296 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 24 Sep 2013 63,803 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 63,803 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 58,528 miles

front brake discs worn slightly

front brake pads worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 22 Sep 2011 53,577 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 49,075 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 10 Sep 2009 43,085 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 26,185 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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PM55 LJM is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PM55 LJM, 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 PM55 LJM registered?

PM55 LJM is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is PM55 LJM safe to buy?

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