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VK05 SZZ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,420 mi
Last recorded100,420 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 SZZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 100,420 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

handbrake efficiency 16%.

puncture in the o/s/r tyre.

Fail 26 Jul 2018 100,418 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

handbrake efficiency 16%.

puncture in the o/s/r tyre.

Pass 25 Aug 2017 94,968 miles

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

Oil leak ()

handbrake efficiency 18%.

Pass 20 Sep 2016 87,948 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Sep 2016 87,947 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 84,186 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 80,364 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 74,574 miles

nearside rear tyre low in centre of tread @ 2mm

offside front & nearside front tyres low on outer edges @ 3mm

Pass 30 Jul 2013 71,579 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 64,501 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 57,283 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,635 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 47,635 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 41,377 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 28,820 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 28,784 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 19,193 miles

rear tyres worn on inner

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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VK05 SZZ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VK05 SZZ, 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 VK05 SZZ registered?

VK05 SZZ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is VK05 SZZ safe to buy?

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