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PN05 XGV

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,594 mi
Last recorded123,594 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 XGV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 123,594 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 123,594 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 114,219 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 109,142 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 109,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 104,032 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 98,694 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 91,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 86,042 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 86,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 80,587 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 5 Oct 2010 72,153 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 66,013 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 55,641 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 55,641 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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PN05 XGV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN05 XGV, 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 PN05 XGV registered?

PN05 XGV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is PN05 XGV safe to buy?

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