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SM05 WBN

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,114 mi
Last recorded86,114 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 WBN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 86,114 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 80,880 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 62,823 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 53,679 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 41,995 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2010 41,988 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 32,993 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2007 11,743 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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SM05 WBN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WBN, 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 WBN registered?

SM05 WBN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SM05 WBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 WBN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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