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X3 GAJ

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

99,145 mi
Last recorded99,145 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 GAJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 99,145 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 99,137 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2025 98,708 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 98,536 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 98,423 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 98,388 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 93,263 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 86,680 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 75,194 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 62,869 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 57,013 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 55,382 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 51,189 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 45,868 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 41,041 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 35,302 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,660 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 25,910 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,821 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,469 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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X3 GAJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X3 GAJ, 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 X3 GAJ?

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What year was X3 GAJ registered?

X3 GAJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is X3 GAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 GAJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X3 GAJ have outstanding finance?

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