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SA55 HFM

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,363 mi
Last recorded176,363 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 HFM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 176,363 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 176,359 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2017 160,127 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 160,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 140,122 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 140,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 118,410 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 95,477 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 90,347 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 83,310 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 83,310 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 73,508 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 65,891 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 55,461 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 45,146 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 36,253 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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SA55 HFM is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SA55 HFM, 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 SA55 HFM registered?

SA55 HFM is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SA55 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA55 HFM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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