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YB05 NPP

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,976 mi
Last recorded130,976 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 NPP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 130,976 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 122,630 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 96,981 miles

knocking noise from front drive-train area recommend inspection/repair

Fail 28 Jun 2019 96,957 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2018 91,216 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 80,044 miles

Front Wipers deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 67,629 miles

3 tyres worn low (3mm)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 56,524 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 44,711 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 38,116 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 33,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear reg plate bit loose

slight bind on o/s/f and o/s/r brake

slight wear on front tyre edges

Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,527 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 24,289 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 24,289 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 18,273 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 13,218 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 13,218 miles

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

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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YB05 NPP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YB05 NPP, 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 YB05 NPP registered?

YB05 NPP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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