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YH05 BYT

2005 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,232 mi
Last recorded110,232 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH05 BYT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 110,232 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 110,232 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 107,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated *borderline* (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 102,216 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 97,669 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 97,669 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 93,030 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 88,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in front prop uj

Pass 4 Jun 2014 82,169 miles

Advise damage to offside rear lamp lens

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2013 77,130 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 71,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front offside tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2011 64,052 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 53,731 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 53,386 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 42,843 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 37,952 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 28,515 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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YH05 BYT is a 2005 BMW X3 in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YH05 BYT, 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 YH05 BYT registered?

YH05 BYT is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is YH05 BYT safe to buy?

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