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A22 XNB

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,207 mi
Last recorded139,207 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 XNB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 139,207 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 136,125 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 132,072 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 130,199 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 130,107 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 130,069 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 129,970 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 129,917 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 129,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 126,444 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 122,712 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 119,370 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 116,687 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 102,579 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges (raised tread pattern)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 88,668 miles

engine management light on

Pass 7 Feb 2011 74,291 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 59,884 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on a raised tread pattern

slight cut offside rear tyre inner sidewall

slight cuts nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 2 Feb 2009 46,779 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 33,836 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre worn on edge and slight sidewall damage

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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A22 XNB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 A22 XNB, 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 A22 XNB registered?

A22 XNB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is A22 XNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 XNB shows 19 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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