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RF05 KCG

2005 BMW X3

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

79,133 mi
Last recorded79,133 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 KCG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 79,133 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 79,133 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 78,310 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 78,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2020 76,800 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 74,314 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 70,256 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2018 70,253 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2017 64,883 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' slight scouring (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 64,879 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' slight scouring (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 60,485 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' slight scouring (8.3.1a)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2015 55,171 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Screen scratched (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 49,509 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside front tyre slightly perished and has a nail

Fail 1 Dec 2014 49,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside front tyre slightly perished and has a nail

Pass 3 Dec 2013 43,799 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 43,796 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 39,829 miles

nearside front tyre badly perished advise replacement

Pass 2 Dec 2011 36,528 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 36,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 32,156 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 26,816 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 21,356 miles

n/s/f corner of front bumper loose due to damage to mounting.

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 KCG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 KCG, 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 KCG registered?

RF05 KCG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is RF05 KCG safe to buy?

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