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PN55 TGU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

156,267 mi
Last recorded156,267 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 TGU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 156,267 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 156,267 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 148,825 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 148,824 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 141,032 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 123,214 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 111,951 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 104,899 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 97,101 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 91,517 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 85,160 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 79,249 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jun 2013 73,029 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 73,029 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 67,594 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING AND CRACKED INNER WALL,ADVISE

Fail 2 May 2012 67,594 miles

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

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

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING AND CRACKED INNER WALL,ADVISE

Fail 5 Apr 2012 67,359 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES CRACKED ON INSIDE EDGE NO CORDS EXPOSED.

Pass 28 Apr 2011 62,066 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 52,769 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 41,771 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 33,881 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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PN55 TGU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PN55 TGU, 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 PN55 TGU registered?

PN55 TGU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is PN55 TGU safe to buy?

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