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RE05 YNW

2005 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,761 mi
Last recorded71,761 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 YNW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 71,761 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 71,757 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 67,876 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 66,160 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 59,677 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 55,103 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 50,548 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 50,548 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 48,700 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 46,664 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2018 46,663 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 43,229 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 40,588 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 37,955 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 34,761 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 30,514 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 26,772 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 22,709 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,288 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,683 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,301 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 4,013 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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RE05 YNW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RE05 YNW, 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 RE05 YNW registered?

RE05 YNW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is RE05 YNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 YNW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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