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WD55 LDK

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

185,059 mi
Last recorded185,059 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 LDK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 185,059 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 185,059 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 170,835 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 165,143 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 160,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 154,854 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 149,228 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 139,293 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 139,293 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 135,109 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 129,641 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 115,575 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 103,140 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 94,172 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 94,172 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 80,059 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 62,639 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 62,639 miles

Nearside Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 45,388 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 28,710 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 12,285 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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WD55 LDK is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WD55 LDK, 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

How do I check the history of WD55 LDK?

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What year was WD55 LDK registered?

WD55 LDK is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is WD55 LDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 LDK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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