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RF55 AZC

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,213 mi
Last recorded147,213 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 AZC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 147,213 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 144,380 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 129,941 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 128,962 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 128,962 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 122,627 miles

Efficiency 16% - Park brake only just met the minimum requirements of 16%.

Undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

Fail 12 Apr 2018 122,627 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested due to bulb not working (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Efficiency 16% - Park brake only just met the minimum requirements of 16%.

Undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

Pass 7 Feb 2017 118,010 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 117,094 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 106,310 miles

CLUTCH NOISY

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2015 106,310 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

CLUTCH NOISY

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 92,047 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre cuts in tread

Fail 10 Nov 2014 92,047 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside rear tyre cuts in tread

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 75,599 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 75,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 55,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 48,650 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 40,726 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 32,533 miles

unable to test O/S/R seatbelt due to baby seat fitted. Unable to test O/S/F seat belt due to baby seat fitted.

Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,055 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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RF55 AZC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RF55 AZC, 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 RF55 AZC registered?

RF55 AZC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RF55 AZC safe to buy?

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