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YC55 JBE

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

104,684 mi
Last recorded104,684 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 104,684 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 100,101 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 94,204 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 94,202 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

pad wear light on

Pass 22 Feb 2022 89,028 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 84,260 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 78,753 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 72,184 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 65,159 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 58,849 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 51,416 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 41,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 34,955 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 32,130 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 26,200 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,126 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 12,834 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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YC55 JBE is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YC55 JBE, 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 YC55 JBE registered?

YC55 JBE is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is YC55 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 JBE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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