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SKZ 1785

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,726 mi
Last recorded89,726 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKZ 1785
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 89,726 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 80,507 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 71,396 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

indicators flashing faster intermitently

Pass 1 Nov 2013 65,210 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

indicators flashing faster than normal intermitant

Pass 25 Oct 2012 55,903 miles

indicators are flashing at a abnormal rate for vehicle but is within 120 flashes a min

Pass 16 Aug 2011 52,362 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

protective shields fitted under vehicle restricting view

Fail 16 Aug 2011 52,362 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

protective shields fitted under vehicle restricting view

Pass 11 Aug 2010 40,283 miles

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

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

multiple undershields fitted restricting view

Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,965 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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SKZ 1785 is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SKZ 1785, 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 SKZ 1785 registered?

SKZ 1785 is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is SKZ 1785 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKZ 1785 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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