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SB55 FEF

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

207,604 mi
Last recorded207,604 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 FEF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2023 207,604 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 207,556 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2023 207,505 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 202,708 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 181,943 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 172,819 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 122,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Aug 2013 122,858 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 109,651 miles

front brake discs are corroded

rear brake discs are corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2012 109,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs are corroded

rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2010 89,668 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 67,771 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 45,541 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 45,520 miles

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

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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SB55 FEF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SB55 FEF, 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 SB55 FEF registered?

SB55 FEF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is SB55 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 FEF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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