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VF55 KZE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,066 mi
Last recorded120,066 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 KZE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 120,066 miles

Front both wipers smearing

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Mist of oil around engine

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre has perishing and cracking all round

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Dec 2017 120,066 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Within central three quarters (4.1.E.1)

Front both wipers smearing

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Mist of oil around engine

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre has perishing and cracking all round

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 114,583 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside sill cover slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 12 Dec 2016 114,583 miles

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside sill cover slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 107,435 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Dec 2015 107,435 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 100,372 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 92,082 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 85,266 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 78,587 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 69,369 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 56,768 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 41,965 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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VF55 KZE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VF55 KZE, 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 VF55 KZE registered?

VF55 KZE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is VF55 KZE safe to buy?

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