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605 NF

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,695 mi
Last recorded99,695 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration605 NF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 99,695 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 99,687 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tyre monitor illuminated

Pass 25 Oct 2012 98,253 miles

washers weak

Pass 29 Sep 2011 94,118 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 154,260 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outside edges. full underbody cover fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 5 Oct 2009 104,431 miles

Engine undershield fitted,not allowing a full under inspection.

Underbody undershield fitted,not allowing a full under vehicle inspection.

Pass 29 Sep 2008 53,293 miles

N/S/R tyre 3mm.

O/S/R tyre 2mm

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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605 NF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 605 NF, 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.

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What year was 605 NF registered?

605 NF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is 605 NF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 605 NF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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