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V30 JML

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,421 mi
Last recorded114,421 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV30 JML
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 114,421 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 112,611 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 109,914 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 107,350 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 105,297 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 103,543 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 102,251 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 100,138 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 97,092 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 94,128 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 94,128 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 89,919 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 84,787 miles

Both Rear Tyres, Side Walls Cracking.

Pass 25 Oct 2013 80,293 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 73,992 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 46,794 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 46,794 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 31,855 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 28,629 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Mar 2008 21,207 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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V30 JML is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V30 JML, 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 V30 JML registered?

V30 JML is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is V30 JML safe to buy?

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