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PX55 XZP

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,932 mi
Last recorded142,932 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 XZP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 142,932 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2017 135,550 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 127,739 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 18,598 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 108,721 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 108,323 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 98,741 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 85,700 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 65,145 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 52,443 miles

1) Rotational tyres fitted to rear axle.

Fail 16 Dec 2009 52,443 miles

1) Rotational tyres fitted to rear axle.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 38,365 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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PX55 XZP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PX55 XZP, 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.

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What year was PX55 XZP registered?

PX55 XZP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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