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SH05 XXL

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

218,520 mi
Last recorded218,520 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 XXL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 218,520 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 207,050 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 207,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 195,764 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2021 195,764 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 188,432 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front slight corrosion to damper tube

Fail 17 Nov 2020 188,359 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front slight corrosion to damper tube

Pass 13 May 2019 175,343 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 165,065 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 154,315 miles

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 26 May 2016 144,452 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 134,510 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 120,066 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 106,068 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 89,131 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 72,054 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 55,341 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 42,661 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 42,656 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 25,649 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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SH05 XXL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SH05 XXL, 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 SH05 XXL registered?

SH05 XXL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is SH05 XXL safe to buy?

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