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YB55 UMV

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

120,131 mi
Last recorded120,131 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB55 UMV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 120,131 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))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 113,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 100,673 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 91,924 miles

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2021 91,924 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2020 86,266 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 79,866 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 75,262 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres perished

Pass 12 Apr 2017 70,130 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 64,539 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 57,930 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 52,641 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 47,070 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 39,162 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,644 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 28,449 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,088 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 14,830 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 10,701 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 10,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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YB55 UMV is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YB55 UMV, 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 YB55 UMV registered?

YB55 UMV is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is YB55 UMV safe to buy?

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