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R555 RMG

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

125,908 mi
Last recorded125,908 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR555 RMG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 125,908 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe and upper suspension arms corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear central rear heat shield loose and damaged

Fail 19 May 2021 125,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe and upper suspension arms corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear central rear heat shield loose and damaged

Pass 24 Feb 2020 125,223 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 118,637 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 119,636 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 116,576 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 116,545 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 109,290 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 109,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure PIRELLI 235/55R17 H (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 95,242 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 89,865 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 81,134 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 76,144 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 67,319 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 67,319 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 59,164 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 53,769 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 41,007 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 29,180 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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R555 RMG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 R555 RMG, 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 R555 RMG registered?

R555 RMG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is R555 RMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R555 RMG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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