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A20 RNN

2005 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,015 mi
Last recorded128,015 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 RNN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 128,015 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 115,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2015 115,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 104,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 104,202 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 91,073 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 79,682 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 68,277 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 57,588 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 46,357 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 42,856 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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A20 RNN is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A20 RNN, 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 A20 RNN registered?

A20 RNN is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is A20 RNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 RNN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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