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VE55 UWO

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,583 mi
Last recorded138,583 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 UWO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2016 138,583 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 29,770 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 120,029 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 109,631 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 98,504 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 88,187 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 78,827 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 69,414 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 58,929 miles

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)

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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VE55 UWO is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE55 UWO, 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 VE55 UWO registered?

VE55 UWO is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is VE55 UWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 UWO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE55 UWO have outstanding finance?

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