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WR05 YRV

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

166,186 mi
Last recorded166,186 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 YRV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 166,186 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 160,805 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 156,858 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 151,580 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 143,432 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 134,858 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 126,821 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 124,571 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 124,571 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 120,579 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Nov 2017 120,579 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Nov 2016 116,138 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 116,138 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 111,790 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 104,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 89,993 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

bulb warning light on

n/s rear outer brake light not working

o/s rear inner brake light not working

o/s rear upper sidelight not working

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 80,880 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 73,118 miles

Front number plate cracked.

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 63,500 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 48,837 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2008 38,578 miles

o/s/f and n/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edges not considered full depth tread from new

Pass 22 Nov 2007 21,040 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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WR05 YRV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WR05 YRV, 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 WR05 YRV?

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What year was WR05 YRV registered?

WR05 YRV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is WR05 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 YRV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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