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WD55 PKN

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

140,262 mi
Last recorded140,262 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 PKN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 140,262 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 28 Feb 2020 132,559 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 132,559 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 120,945 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 115,873 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jun 2017 108,050 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 99,515 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 99,511 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Jun 2015 90,818 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 90,818 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 82,543 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 73,386 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 68,896 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 58,670 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 48,204 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 48,204 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,451 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 32,038 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 32,038 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 PKN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PKN, 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 WD55 PKN registered?

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

Is WD55 PKN safe to buy?

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