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ST05 OKJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

127,032 mi
Last recorded127,032 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 OKJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 127,032 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 123,686 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 121,725 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 113,934 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 106,911 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 99,955 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 93,304 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 85,429 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 85,429 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 78,475 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 72,817 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 65,021 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 64,985 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 56,509 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 50,747 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 35,436 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 29,970 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 24,209 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 24,209 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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ST05 OKJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ST05 OKJ, 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

How do I check the history of ST05 OKJ?

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What year was ST05 OKJ registered?

ST05 OKJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is ST05 OKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 OKJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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