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WA05 WNG

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,892 mi
Last recorded126,892 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 WNG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 126,892 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 119,110 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 114,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 110,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 107,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 105,344 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 105,344 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 101,748 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 94,285 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 90,047 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2017 90,034 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2016 85,939 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 81,052 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 25,613 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 66,618 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 59,921 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 53,578 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 43,222 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 May 2009 38,859 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 38,390 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 28,595 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 28,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front 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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WA05 WNG is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WA05 WNG, 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 WA05 WNG registered?

WA05 WNG is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is WA05 WNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 WNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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