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SM05 NRX

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,418 mi
Last recorded145,418 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 NRX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 145,418 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2016 145,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 128,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 118,245 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 101,324 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 89,686 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 79,661 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 79,661 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 65,615 miles

all brake disc pads are getting low

rear number plate is delaminating

Pass 29 Jul 2009 51,913 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 35,949 miles

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

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)

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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SM05 NRX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM05 NRX, 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 SM05 NRX registered?

SM05 NRX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is SM05 NRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 NRX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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