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SP55 USH

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

195,105 mi
Last recorded195,105 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 USH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 195,105 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 182,817 miles

Both rear bump stops deteriorated

Offside rear tyre worn close to 1.6mm (235 55 R17 103V Matadoor)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 167,241 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 155,518 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 141,398 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 141,398 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 125,994 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 125,994 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 108,597 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 108,261 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 86,739 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)

uneven wear offside and nearside front and rear tyres.

Pass 22 Oct 2009 69,021 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 51,734 miles

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

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

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

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

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 USH is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SP55 USH, 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 USH registered?

SP55 USH is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SP55 USH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 USH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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