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SJ55 XYC

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,006 mi
Last recorded107,006 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 XYC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 107,006 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 99,403 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 99,402 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 96,724 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 96,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light. (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 93,420 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine bay restricted view

oil leak

vehicle under tray

Pass 2 Jan 2019 91,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine bay restricted view

engine under tray

oil leak

Fail 2 Jan 2019 91,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine bay restricted view

engine under tray

oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2017 88,609 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat insecure ()

Oil leak ()

engine bay restricted view

engine under tray

Pass 27 Oct 2016 84,701 miles

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

Oil leak ()

engine bay restricted view

engine under tray

Fail 27 Oct 2016 84,701 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

engine bay restricted view

engine under tray

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 82,590 miles

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

child seat fitted

run flat light on

Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,118 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 74,759 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 70,582 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 9 Aug 2011 65,512 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2011 65,512 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 60,126 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 54,477 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 54,476 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 44,897 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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SJ55 XYC is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SJ55 XYC, 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 SJ55 XYC registered?

SJ55 XYC is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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