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WM05 KZW

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,981 mi
Last recorded151,981 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 KZW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 151,981 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 145,334 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 145,333 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE OIL LOW(LEAKING)

WATER LEAKING

Pass 8 Mar 2018 138,132 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 136,774 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 132,188 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 129,234 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 125,084 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 118,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 118,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2012 106,694 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 106,694 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 95,905 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 93,378 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 71,980 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 53,559 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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WM05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WM05 KZW, 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 WM05 KZW registered?

WM05 KZW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is WM05 KZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 KZW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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