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YC55 VBP

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

171,160 mi
Last recorded171,160 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VBP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 171,160 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 161,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2024 151,430 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake requirements only just met

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 151,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 136,477 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 129,127 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 124,809 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 121,740 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 113,374 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 104,593 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 93,145 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 84,246 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 77,012 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 69,145 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 61,329 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 52,163 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 42,894 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 34,681 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 26,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VBP is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VBP, 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 VBP registered?

YC55 VBP is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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The MOT history for YC55 VBP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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