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SY05 OLP

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,026 mi
Last recorded132,026 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 OLP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 132,026 miles

Undertrays fitted

Various small chips across windscreen

emits slight smoke from exhaust

Fail 3 May 2016 132,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Undertrays fitted

Various small chips across windscreen

emits slight smoke from exhaust

Pass 24 Jun 2015 129,637 miles

Drivers window controls not in operation.

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 118,391 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2013 109,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2012 98,389 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 87,723 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 82,165 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 82,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres cuts in tread but not to cords

offside rear tyre screw in it

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 9 Dec 2009 67,240 miles

Could not check outer sills as sill covers fitted

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

Undershield fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2009 67,240 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Could not check outer sills as sill covers fitted

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

Undershield fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2008 50,491 miles

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

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 23 Nov 2007 31,267 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 31,266 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SY05 OLP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY05 OLP, 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 SY05 OLP registered?

SY05 OLP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is SY05 OLP safe to buy?

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