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SP55 LCK

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

68,205 mi
Last recorded68,205 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 LCK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 68,205 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 66,800 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 62,459 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 59,357 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 54,268 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 48,022 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 45,132 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 42,664 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight cracking

Nearside Rear tyre has slight cracking

Offside Front tyre has slight cracking

Offside Rear tyre has slight cracking

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Sep 2016 40,004 miles

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

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

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Sep 2015 38,361 miles

Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1n)

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

engine covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 36,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 34,301 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,117 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 31,097 miles

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

near side rear tyre cracked inside the tread

Fail 31 Aug 2011 31,097 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

near side rear tyre cracked inside the tread

Pass 1 Sep 2010 27,978 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,740 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 19,977 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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SP55 LCK is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 SP55 LCK, 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 SP55 LCK registered?

SP55 LCK is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is SP55 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 LCK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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