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SJ05 LHB

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

118,037 mi
Last recorded118,037 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 LHB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 118,037 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 106,920 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

unknown abs fault could return

Fail 24 Jul 2025 106,920 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

unknown abs fault could return

Pass 25 Jul 2024 102,879 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 102,825 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 97,894 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Fail 25 Oct 2022 97,891 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 28 Oct 2021 97,732 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 29 Sep 2020 97,058 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 94,127 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 93,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 87,418 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 87,363 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 78,393 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,753 miles

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

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

mobile phone holder and air freshener removed from screen prior to test

Pass 25 Jun 2015 64,718 miles

Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Fail 25 Jun 2015 64,718 miles

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

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

Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Pass 12 Aug 2014 61,953 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 56,248 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 51,031 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 51,031 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,886 miles

ADVISE PART OF CENTRE STOP LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 15 Jun 2010 36,099 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 27,140 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 19 May 2009 27,138 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 18,771 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 18,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front 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 14 Jun 2007 10,755 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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SJ05 LHB is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 SJ05 LHB, 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 SJ05 LHB registered?

SJ05 LHB is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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