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SD05 PUV

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

151,586 mi
Last recorded151,586 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 PUV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 151,586 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 146,857 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 146,646 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 137,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 124,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (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)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 114,446 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 114,446 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 106,844 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 97,703 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 85,264 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 73,889 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 66,110 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 50,177 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 50,177 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,576 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 48,576 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,075 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 30,823 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 30,823 miles

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

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

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

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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SD05 PUV 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 78.9%.

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 SD05 PUV, 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 SD05 PUV registered?

SD05 PUV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SD05 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD05 PUV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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