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RF05 GCZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,966 mi
Last recorded167,966 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 GCZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 167,966 miles

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

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

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 6 Jan 2016 166,117 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jan 2015 163,013 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 157,653 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 146,464 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 146,392 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 137,114 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 124,679 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 124,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 107,952 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 100,954 miles

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

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

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2008 70,669 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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RF05 GCZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RF05 GCZ, 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 RF05 GCZ registered?

RF05 GCZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is RF05 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 GCZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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