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RJ55 VXU

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

132,802 mi
Last recorded132,802 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 VXU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 132,802 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 132,799 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 124,594 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 114,297 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 109,578 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres, BORDERLINE PASS. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 109,574 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high bulb seating (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres, BORDERLINE PASS. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2018 108,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 105,083 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2016 102,047 miles

under shields fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2016 102,047 miles

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

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

under shields fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 98,337 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 94,561 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 94,561 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2013 85,248 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 82,408 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 77,986 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 71,995 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 7 Feb 2009 58,335 miles

undershields and cover sills fitted.

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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RJ55 VXU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RJ55 VXU, 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 RJ55 VXU registered?

RJ55 VXU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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