2005 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · BV55 HTT
2005 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 124,347 miles. MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,347 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV55 HTT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2026
- 124,347 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV55 HTT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW X3 (BV55 HTT) between October 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
BV55 HTT Mileage History
- 02/10/2023116,363 mi
- 07/10/2024120,527 mi+4,164 mi
- 03/10/2025122,576 mi+2,049 mi
- 11/10/2025122,579 mi+3 mi
- 26/09/2026124,347 mi+1,768 mi
Average of roughly 2,676 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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