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UKZ 3796

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

144,966 mi
Last recorded144,966 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKZ 3796
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 144,966 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 140,126 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 140,126 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front brake discs excessivley worn

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 11 Jan 2019 133,788 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 124,122 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 117,890 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 105,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 97,299 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 86,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2013 75,842 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 64,377 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 53,036 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 43,018 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 32,848 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,678 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 20,864 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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UKZ 3796 is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UKZ 3796, 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 UKZ 3796 registered?

UKZ 3796 is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is UKZ 3796 safe to buy?

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