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RA55 XVU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

147,697 mi
Last recorded147,697 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 XVU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 147,697 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 140,559 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 137,328 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 132,184 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 124,373 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 124,373 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 113,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 108,083 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 104,454 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 94,637 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 84,413 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 75,640 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 63,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2014 53,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 45,695 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 39,714 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 32,331 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 23,181 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 14,239 miles

Unable to get exhaust emissions reading, too clean

Pass 14 Nov 2008 11,596 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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RA55 XVU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 RA55 XVU, 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 RA55 XVU registered?

RA55 XVU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is RA55 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 XVU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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