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WU05 UXP

2005 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,885 mi
Last recorded133,885 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 UXP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 133,885 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 133,885 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 123,756 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 117,329 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 111,546 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 102,994 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 94,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 86,902 miles

offside & nearside rear shockabsorbers outer cover insecure

Fail 12 Jul 2012 86,675 miles

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

front brake discs worn thin and rusty

offside & nearside rear shockabsorbers outer cover insecure

Pass 27 Jul 2011 77,424 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 76,721 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 67,837 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 58,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 58,108 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 46,338 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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WU05 UXP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WU05 UXP, 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 WU05 UXP registered?

WU05 UXP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is WU05 UXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 UXP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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