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A12 BPM

2005 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,991 mi
Last recorded166,991 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 BPM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 166,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 20 Jan 2018 166,793 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 17 Jan 2017 159,120 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 159,120 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 151,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Feb 2015 143,847 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 143,847 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 132,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 117,639 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 105,644 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 105,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 89,904 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 74,317 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 57,281 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 40,218 miles

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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A12 BPM is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A12 BPM, 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

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What year was A12 BPM registered?

A12 BPM is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is A12 BPM safe to buy?

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