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RF05 JZV

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

127,950 mi
Last recorded127,950 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 JZV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 127,950 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 122,690 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 117,782 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake effort only just met.

sill and under tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 18 Jul 2017 117,782 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake effort only just met.

sill and under tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 22 Jul 2016 111,712 miles

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

cill and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 107,781 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 107,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 102,164 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 95,768 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 95,768 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 87,798 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 87,181 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 89,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 78,014 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 67,121 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 56,611 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 56,611 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 44,340 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 JZV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RF05 JZV, 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 JZV registered?

RF05 JZV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is RF05 JZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 JZV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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