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ST55 DUH

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

187,820 mi
Last recorded187,820 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 DUH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 187,820 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 180,544 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 169,775 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 154,040 miles

Front n/s & o/s brake discs slightly worn

Fail 21 Apr 2018 154,040 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front n/s & o/s brake discs slightly worn

Pass 18 Apr 2017 136,748 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 124,025 miles

Emissions too clean

Pass 13 Apr 2015 110,786 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 107,500 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 102,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 96,154 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 89,293 miles

offside rear tyre cut sidewall{not to cords}

Pass 7 Dec 2009 77,219 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 77,219 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 57,672 miles

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

slight travel at parking brake

Fail 27 Nov 2008 57,672 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight travel at parking brake

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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ST55 DUH is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ST55 DUH, 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.

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What year was ST55 DUH registered?

ST55 DUH is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is ST55 DUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 DUH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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