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ST55 JZX

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,887 mi
Last recorded128,887 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 JZX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 128,887 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 120,265 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 120,095 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside wiper slightly smearing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 110,919 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 110,761 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 108,070 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 104,560 miles

both rear shocker casings adrift

front brake pads low

rear brake pad sensor wire adrift

Pass 2 Nov 2015 100,323 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 95,469 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 88,638 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 81,979 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 71,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 16 Nov 2010 59,995 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 59,995 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 52,779 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 527,762 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 40,225 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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ST55 JZX is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ST55 JZX, 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 ST55 JZX registered?

ST55 JZX is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is ST55 JZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 JZX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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