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WK05 WYU

2005 BMW X3

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,317 mi
Last recorded59,317 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 WYU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 59,317 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 59,315 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 53,820 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 48,444 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 42,879 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all brake pads getting low

Pass 14 Oct 2021 39,398 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 36,292 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 32,574 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 32,299 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 32,299 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,855 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear all rear seat belts not checked, (dog bed fitted)

Pass 17 May 2016 29,153 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 27,911 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 26,581 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 25,454 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 21,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 18,673 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 16,289 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 13,956 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,622 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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WK05 WYU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WK05 WYU, 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 WK05 WYU?

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What year was WK05 WYU registered?

WK05 WYU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is WK05 WYU safe to buy?

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