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SG55 WMF

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,910 mi
Last recorded117,910 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 WMF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 117,910 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in parts (1.1.11 (c))

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

suspension corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2025 112,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 106,672 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 106,047 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 101,628 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 101,628 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 95,105 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 95,104 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 88,923 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 88,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 82,738 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 78,804 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 78,804 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 75,023 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 74,982 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure LOWER MOUNTING BOLT LOOSE (2.7.2b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 71,040 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 67,465 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 62,829 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 53,063 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 42,521 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 33,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 28,780 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,486 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,050 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 16,785 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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SG55 WMF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SG55 WMF, 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 SG55 WMF registered?

SG55 WMF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SG55 WMF safe to buy?

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