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SV55 OWJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,812 mi
Last recorded97,812 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 OWJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 97,812 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 91,776 miles

Note: Under-trays fitted obscuring various underside components.

Pass 24 Jun 2014 83,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 81,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 72,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 61,567 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 57,667 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 45,872 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 34,980 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008
Fail 3 Oct 2008 30,873 miles

Centre Front Lower registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear Lower registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Upper Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

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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SV55 OWJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SV55 OWJ, 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 SV55 OWJ registered?

SV55 OWJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is SV55 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 OWJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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