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RF55 SCX

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,561 mi
Last recorded108,561 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 SCX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2016 108,561 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 104,253 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 96,530 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 90,262 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES GOING BALD ON EDGES

Pass 28 Feb 2012 82,650 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 75,051 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 66,691 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 54,445 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 49,159 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 SCX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RF55 SCX, 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

How do I check the history of RF55 SCX?

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What year was RF55 SCX registered?

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

Is RF55 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 SCX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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