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VM54 SAG

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,560 mi
Last recorded93,560 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVM54 SAG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2011 93,560 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2011 93,558 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 65,896 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 46,552 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 36,758 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,658 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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VM54 SAG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VM54 SAG, 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 VM54 SAG registered?

VM54 SAG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is VM54 SAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VM54 SAG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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