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PX05 VPR

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,321 mi
Last recorded120,321 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 VPR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 120,321 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 114,109 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 106,402 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 96,844 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 88,980 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 76,188 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 76,159 miles

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

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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PX05 VPR is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PX05 VPR, 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 PX05 VPR?

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What year was PX05 VPR registered?

PX05 VPR is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is PX05 VPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 VPR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PX05 VPR have outstanding finance?

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