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WR55 UHW

2005 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

144,470 mi
Last recorded144,470 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 UHW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 144,470 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 143,543 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2024 143,542 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested osr tyre cord exposed (1.2.1 (g))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2023 129,310 miles

under trays fitted

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front tyres inner edges feathering

Pass 11 Jan 2022 123,109 miles

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

park brake just met requirements may require adjustment or repair

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2020 120,853 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2020 115,434 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 115,432 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 107,809 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 101,023 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 97,618 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 94,272 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 90,323 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 84,865 miles

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

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

nsf brake pad wear indicator wire rubbing on the anti roll bar link

Pass 22 Nov 2012 73,591 miles

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

n/s front tyre worn slightly on outer edge

Pass 29 Nov 2011 61,752 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2011 61,747 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 48,471 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 48,457 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2009 30,729 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 14,454 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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WR55 UHW 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 81%.

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 WR55 UHW, 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 WR55 UHW registered?

WR55 UHW is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is WR55 UHW safe to buy?

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