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RY55 BVN

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,817 mi
Last recorded129,817 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 BVN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 129,817 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 123,937 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2021 117,765 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear plates

offside rear light slidley damage

Pass 13 Jan 2021 111,169 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 111,169 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both front headlights (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 103,531 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 96,110 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 88,602 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 83,104 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 78,602 miles

Nearside Front nail in tread

Pass 19 Jan 2015 75,011 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 75,011 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 20 Jan 2014 70,444 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 63,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jan 2013 63,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jan 2012 53,722 miles

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

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

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

emits small amount of smoke on idle

Pass 18 Jan 2011 43,454 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 35,011 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 24,377 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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RY55 BVN 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 84.2%.

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 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 RY55 BVN, 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 RY55 BVN registered?

RY55 BVN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is RY55 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 BVN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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