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ST54 VZL

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,118 mi
Last recorded156,118 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 VZL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 156,118 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 156,114 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 151,887 miles

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)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 142,552 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 132,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 120,964 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 117,477 miles

o/s/f tyre inner wall damage

Pass 22 Nov 2011 110,244 miles

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)

nearside front disc worn

offside front disc worn

Fail 22 Nov 2011 110,244 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

nearside front disc worn

offside front disc worn

Pass 20 Nov 2010 100,130 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 88,363 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 88,363 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 69,153 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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ST54 VZL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey 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 ST54 VZL, 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 ST54 VZL registered?

ST54 VZL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is ST54 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 VZL 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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