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RAW 33X

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,224 mi
Last recorded128,224 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAW 33X
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 128,224 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 122,929 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 118,449 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 113,333 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 107,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 101,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 101,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 92,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 85,934 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 79,147 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 79,147 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 72,624 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 72,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 66,160 miles

offside rear seatbelt not checked due to child seat fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2014 58,819 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 52,949 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 52,949 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 45,056 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 37,578 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 31,771 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 25,536 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 18,517 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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RAW 33X is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RAW 33X, 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 RAW 33X registered?

RAW 33X is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RAW 33X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAW 33X shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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