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WE53 DLE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

141,736 mi
Last recorded141,736 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWE53 DLE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 141,736 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2025 136,958 miles

Engine noise

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 May 2025 136,957 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine noise

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 129,035 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 119,157 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))

Fail 31 May 2023 119,157 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

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

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 108,602 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2021 101,289 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 99,511 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 96,790 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2019 96,729 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose multiple (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 89,264 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 81,378 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 81,371 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no motor noise (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 75,067 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 64,622 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 54,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers

smoke to low to measure

Fail 7 Nov 2014 54,067 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers

smoke to low to measure

Pass 11 Nov 2013 50,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2012 48,874 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Nov 2011 46,615 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 45,840 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 37,076 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 27,910 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 27,910 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WE53 DLE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 WE53 DLE, 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 WE53 DLE registered?

WE53 DLE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is WE53 DLE safe to buy?

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