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X300 SJB

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

61,945 mi
Last recorded61,945 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX300 SJB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 61,945 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2026 61,945 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2025 58,668 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 53,998 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 49,134 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 45,329 miles

Front wipers smearing

Pass 14 Sep 2021 42,134 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 42,118 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 42,118 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 41,870 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 41,770 miles

Handbrake lever travel high but efficiency requirements met

Pass 14 Sep 2017 41,660 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 41,571 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 41,389 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,184 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2013 40,745 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 40,745 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 38,773 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 34,861 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 27,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,886 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 22,886 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 16,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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X300 SJB is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 X300 SJB, 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 X300 SJB?

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What year was X300 SJB registered?

X300 SJB is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is X300 SJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X300 SJB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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