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WG55 TTE

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

185,914 mi
Last recorded185,914 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 TTE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 185,914 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber dust covers detached

Fail 14 Jan 2020 185,905 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no pressure not reaching screen (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber dust covers detached

Pass 7 Jan 2019 179,444 miles

Front Windscreen washers pressure slightly low but provide enough fluid

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine is slightly damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both shock absorber dust covers detached at top

Pass 2 Jan 2018 170,356 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak Engine ()

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 160,032 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 153,720 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 141,806 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 141,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 133,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 126,056 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 111,495 miles

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres getting close to legal limit

Pass 2 Oct 2009 77,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Oct 2008 60,041 miles

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

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

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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WG55 TTE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WG55 TTE, 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 WG55 TTE registered?

WG55 TTE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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The MOT history for WG55 TTE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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