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SW05 EJV

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,372 mi
Last recorded79,372 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 EJV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 79,372 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 72,804 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 67,090 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 59,946 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 53,211 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 53,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,198 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 39,026 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 38,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 30,729 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 25,060 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 19,598 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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SW05 EJV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW05 EJV, 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 SW05 EJV?

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What year was SW05 EJV registered?

SW05 EJV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is SW05 EJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 EJV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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