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YC55 VFH

2005 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,867 mi
Last recorded110,867 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VFH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 110,867 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 97,801 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 93,885 miles

Covers under vehicle and over outer body sills obscuring inspection.

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front propshaft, rear uj joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 87,453 miles

plastic covers under vehicle

Pass 26 Jan 2017 81,725 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 26 Jan 2017 81,725 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 17 Feb 2016 74,161 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 13 Feb 2015 63,561 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 57,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Feb 2014 57,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Tyre(s) incorrect because a tyre fitted to a non-steerable driven axle is of a different type of structure from that fitted to another non-steerable driven axle (4.1.A.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

TPMS light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2013 49,285 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 41,990 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 29,986 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,819 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,683 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 VFH is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VFH, 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 VFH registered?

YC55 VFH is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is YC55 VFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 VFH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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