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YG55 GTY

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,143 mi
Last recorded126,143 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 GTY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 126,143 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 117,418 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 117,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 100,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side rear and off side front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Dec 2013 99,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

brake wear warning lamp illuminated

Pass 28 Dec 2012 87,846 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 76,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Nov 2010 65,571 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,101 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 54,101 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 42,068 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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YG55 GTY is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YG55 GTY, 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 YG55 GTY registered?

YG55 GTY is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is YG55 GTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG55 GTY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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