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A15 MDB

2005 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,662 mi
Last recorded46,662 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 MDB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2024 46,662 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 41,472 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 40,952 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 38,305 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 35,648 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 34,267 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 32,140 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 30,239 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,842 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 27,133 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 26,096 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 24,410 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 23,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2011 21,740 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 21,103 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 20,216 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 17,915 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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A15 MDB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A15 MDB, 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 A15 MDB?

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What year was A15 MDB registered?

A15 MDB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is A15 MDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 MDB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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