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T99 PDG

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

171,781 mi
Last recorded171,781 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT99 PDG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2026 171,781 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 165,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 158,719 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 151,627 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 145,726 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 142,287 miles

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

engine has oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2020 136,844 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 132,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 131,503 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 123,593 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 117,334 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2014 113,245 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2013 106,566 miles

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)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 90,330 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jul 2011 74,788 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 58,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2010 58,321 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 40,823 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 34,386 miles

Offside Front 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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T99 PDG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T99 PDG, 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 T99 PDG registered?

T99 PDG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is T99 PDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T99 PDG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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