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WJ05 XSN

2005 BMW X3

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,382 mi
Last recorded116,382 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 XSN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 116,382 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 116,382 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2015 112,482 miles

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

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)

Fail 21 Nov 2015 112,482 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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 26 Nov 2014 106,160 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 93,545 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 78,053 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 65,842 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)

Oil leak

advise very small clearance between nearside front tyre and suspension leg . advise checking for missing spacer or geometry checking . ok at o/s/f .

slight blue smoke from exhaust , passed emissions test ok

Pass 22 Apr 2010 48,607 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 35,698 miles

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

Front number plate cracked

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 17,206 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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WJ05 XSN is a 2005 BMW X3 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WJ05 XSN, 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 WJ05 XSN registered?

WJ05 XSN is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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The MOT history for WJ05 XSN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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