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RF05 KUR

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,454 mi
Last recorded95,454 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 KUR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 95,454 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 91,467 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 88,228 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2016 88,228 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 84,972 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 78,857 miles

Nearside mirror insecure

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2014 78,854 miles

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

Nearside mirror insecure

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 75,488 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 69,529 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 66,603 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,966 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2009 48,591 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 48,591 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 37,499 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 KUR is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KUR, 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.

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What year was RF05 KUR registered?

RF05 KUR is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is RF05 KUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 KUR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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