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X3 VVD

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,339 mi
Last recorded34,339 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 VVD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 34,339 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2025 29,562 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 25,175 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 20,437 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 18,577 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 18,525 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 18,235 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 17,834 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 16,690 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 16,362 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 15,689 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 14,962 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 14,962 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2014 14,362 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 13,760 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 13,427 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 12,078 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 10,261 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 8,758 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 6,904 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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X3 VVD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol 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 VVD, 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 X3 VVD registered?

X3 VVD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is X3 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 VVD 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.

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