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VU05 PHJ

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,727 mi
Last recorded111,727 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 PHJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 111,727 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 108,513 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 103,195 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 98,497 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 93,428 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 86,215 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 86,215 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 81,081 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 76,407 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 69,379 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 58,060 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 47,912 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 35,365 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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VU05 PHJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU05 PHJ, 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 VU05 PHJ registered?

VU05 PHJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is VU05 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 PHJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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