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RA05 CNX

2005 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

152,273 mi
Last recorded152,273 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 CNX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 152,273 miles

4x4 system lamp illuminated

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn low, cords almost exposed on inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 152,273 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

4x4 system lamp illuminated

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn low, cords almost exposed on inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 146,081 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres worn low

Fail 3 May 2024 146,081 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres worn low

Pass 14 Jun 2023 141,522 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 135,548 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 135,548 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively no washers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 128,890 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear tyre worn low

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 123,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 123,596 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 118,436 miles

Front tyre stepping inner edge (both sides)

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 112,079 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front stepping inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front stepping inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 106,659 miles

Nearside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 106,659 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 101,806 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 101,806 miles

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 95,636 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 86,122 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 76,936 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 28 May 2013 76,936 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 30 May 2012 69,738 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 63,419 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 54,189 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,522 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 33,711 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 33,711 miles

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

Rear 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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RA05 CNX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RA05 CNX, 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 RA05 CNX registered?

RA05 CNX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is RA05 CNX safe to buy?

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