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YG05 GXD

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,945 mi
Last recorded121,945 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 GXD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 121,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 121,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 118,099 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 115,018 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 113,000 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 110,715 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 110,715 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 108,979 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 108,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2019 108,168 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2019 108,168 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2018 105,220 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2018 105,220 miles

Engine covers fitted

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2017 102,781 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 99,933 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2016 99,933 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 97,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 91,903 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 83,012 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 76,992 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 70,818 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 64,557 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 59,011 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 43,582 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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YG05 GXD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG05 GXD, 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.

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What year was YG05 GXD registered?

YG05 GXD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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