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WL05 FFM

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

212,849 mi
Last recorded212,849 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 FFM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 212,849 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 192,701 miles

4x4 light on

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

T S M light on

Fail 26 May 2022 192,701 miles

4x4 light on

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

T S M light on

Fail 13 May 2022 191,943 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Large Crack In Windscreen (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked In Tread And Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both Front Wipers Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 191,320 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Large Crack In Windscreen (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Bald On Inner, Cords Visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked In Tread And Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both Front Wipers Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 184,308 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 176,443 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 170,253 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 155,832 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 148,217 miles

Nearside Front 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 ()

Fail 6 Dec 2016 148,199 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front 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 ()

Pass 9 Dec 2015 140,017 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 137,448 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/front tyre worn outer edge

n/s/rear shocker dust cover loose

Pass 18 Jan 2014 126,269 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 118,538 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 118,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 110,478 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 96,181 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 77,058 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 58,456 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 40,544 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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WL05 FFM is a 2005 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WL05 FFM, 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.

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What year was WL05 FFM registered?

WL05 FFM is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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