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05-C-26710

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

142,259 mi
Last recorded142,259 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration05-C-26710
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 142,259 miles

front brake hoses deteriorating

front lower arm bushes deteriorating

front wipers not clearing 100%

traction control light on

Fail 29 Jan 2013 142,259 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

front brake hoses deteriorating

front lower arm bushes deteriorating

front wipers not clearing 100%

traction control light on

Pass 30 Jun 2008 58,330 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 58,123 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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05-C-26710 is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 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 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 05-C-26710, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 05-C-26710?

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What year was 05-C-26710 registered?

05-C-26710 is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is 05-C-26710 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 05-C-26710 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 05-C-26710 have outstanding finance?

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