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YR05 FPD

2005 BMW X3

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,477 mi
Last recorded161,477 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 FPD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 161,477 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 4 Mar 2016 152,627 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 152,615 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 140,845 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 129,823 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 118,321 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 118,249 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 105,215 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 95,065 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 83,451 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 83,065 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 64,718 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 64,718 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 48,408 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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YR05 FPD is a 2005 BMW X3 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YR05 FPD, 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 YR05 FPD registered?

YR05 FPD is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is YR05 FPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 FPD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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