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RV05 HBL

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

166,879 mi
Last recorded166,879 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 HBL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 166,879 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 166,877 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 157,700 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 157,141 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 147,707 miles

Handbrake efficiency just within legalm requirements

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 147,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Handbrake efficiency just within legalm requirements

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 139,584 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 139,584 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 127,571 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 116,416 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 107,372 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 96,458 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 81,849 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 81,820 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 73,249 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 62,593 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 52,524 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 443,344 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 38,282 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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RV05 HBL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 RV05 HBL, 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 RV05 HBL registered?

RV05 HBL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is RV05 HBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 HBL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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