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PV55 BJF

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,239 mi
Last recorded141,239 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV55 BJF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 141,239 miles

Engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2016 123,587 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 117,085 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 117,011 miles

Nearside Front Additional braking device component overheating (3.6.I.4)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 107,413 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 104,809 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 94,274 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 84,630 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 78,856 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 66,655 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 54,391 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 54,391 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 32,786 miles

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

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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PV55 BJF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PV55 BJF, 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 PV55 BJF registered?

PV55 BJF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is PV55 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV55 BJF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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