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XX03 JEF

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

113,851 mi
Last recorded113,851 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX03 JEF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 113,851 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2026 113,851 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 110,038 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 108,759 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 106,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 103,969 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 101,992 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 99,013 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 91,252 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 86,168 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 81,979 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 76,071 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 70,016 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 62,452 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 56,991 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 51,104 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 42,678 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,024 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 32,000 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 17,866 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 16,827 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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XX03 JEF is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XX03 JEF, 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 XX03 JEF registered?

XX03 JEF is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is XX03 JEF safe to buy?

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