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SB05 EUW

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

146,642 mi
Last recorded146,642 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 EUW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 146,642 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 139,746 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 139,746 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 126,191 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2012 101,959 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 101,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 90,106 miles

possible rear spings incomplete unable too see and feel properly

Fail 13 Sep 2011 90,103 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

possible rear spings incomplete unable too see and feel properly

Pass 1 Sep 2010 79,064 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 70,356 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 70,356 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 57,213 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 57,213 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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SB05 EUW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SB05 EUW, 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.

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What year was SB05 EUW registered?

SB05 EUW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is SB05 EUW safe to buy?

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