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RX55 YSM

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,633 mi
Last recorded116,633 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 YSM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 116,633 miles

Front Lower engine undertray fitted

Front Upper engine cover fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front wiper slightly smearing

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

emissions to clean to register a result

Pass 23 Oct 2015 112,012 miles

Offside Rear childseat fitted [seatbelt not checked]

emissions to clean to register a result

engine cover fitted

engine undertray fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2015 112,012 miles

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear childseat fitted [seatbelt not checked]

emissions to clean to register a result

engine cover fitted

engine undertray fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 105,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to register a result

Pass 21 Oct 2013 92,170 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to read

nearside front wiper slightly smearing

Pass 25 Oct 2012 80,027 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 66,207 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2010 57,075 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 57,075 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 43,687 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 29,260 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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RX55 YSM is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RX55 YSM, 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 RX55 YSM registered?

RX55 YSM is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is RX55 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 YSM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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