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WP05 OME

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

178,676 mi
Last recorded178,676 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 OME
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 178,676 miles

Front drive shafts missing

Fail 15 Feb 2022 178,676 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front drive shafts missing

Pass 19 Feb 2021 163,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bold (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 153,014 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake teavel

Fail 3 Oct 2019 153,014 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

parking brake teavel

Pass 24 Sep 2018 145,215 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 134,237 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 125,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges and close on limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close on limit and inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 115,232 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 115,232 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 104,446 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 104,446 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 93,016 miles

advise nearside rear shock dust cover adrift

advise rear brake pads appear to be low in condition

advise stone chip to the offside of screen less than 10 mm

Fail 24 Sep 2013 93,016 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

advise nearside rear shock dust cover adrift

advise rear brake pads appear to be low in condition

advise stone chip to the offside of screen less than 10 mm

Pass 27 Sep 2012 82,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

airbag lamp illuminated

tyre pressure lamp illuminated

Pass 30 Sep 2011 74,219 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 66,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,189 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 39,255 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)

o/s door mirror cracked

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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WP05 OME is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 WP05 OME, 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 WP05 OME registered?

WP05 OME is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 16 July 2005.

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