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R44 RKC

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

76,746 mi
Last recorded76,746 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR44 RKC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 76,746 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 70,487 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

oil req top up

Fail 2 Dec 2024 70,487 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

oil req top up

Pass 15 Dec 2023 64,015 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 57,514 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 48,855 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 41,323 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 39,568 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 35,411 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 32,790 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 31,794 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 30,571 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 28,847 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 28,196 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 27,216 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,952 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 21,609 miles

cuts in n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 3 Apr 2010 17,791 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,929 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,313 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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R44 RKC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R44 RKC, 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 R44 RKC registered?

R44 RKC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is R44 RKC safe to buy?

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