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RK05 BXC

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,557 mi
Last recorded125,557 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
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

RegistrationRK05 BXC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 125,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive general oil leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

advise handbrake lever travel

Pass 21 Oct 2024 119,622 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2024 119,562 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 113,576 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 107,574 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 101,012 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 101,011 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 95,757 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 95,721 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2019 90,739 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 81,888 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 72,076 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 65,644 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 62,560 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 59,118 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 55,416 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 51,316 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,037 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 42,335 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 37,531 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 31,864 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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RK05 BXC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RK05 BXC, 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 RK05 BXC registered?

RK05 BXC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is RK05 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 BXC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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