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RF55 ZGW

2005 BMW X3

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

144,416 mi
Last recorded144,416 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 ZGW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 144,416 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer and clamp heavily corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2018 144,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear exhaust silencer and clamps heavily corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2017 135,845 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 135,843 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 123,982 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 123,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 114,381 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2012 109,399 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 98,208 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 98,208 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2010 86,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 86,564 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 75,042 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 59,059 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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 ZGW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 ZGW, 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 ZGW registered?

RF55 ZGW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is RF55 ZGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 ZGW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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