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A23 TTE

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,226 mi
Last recorded153,226 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 TTE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 153,226 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 137,655 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 137,636 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working BOTH (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 134,430 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 127,360 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 122,406 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 118,146 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 118,146 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 112,656 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 107,693 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2016 101,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn from inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 95,580 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 89,155 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 84,409 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 81,961 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)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 81,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Apr 2012 66,396 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 50,298 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres getting low

Pass 31 Mar 2010 38,215 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 24,015 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 21,209 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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A23 TTE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 A23 TTE, 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 A23 TTE registered?

A23 TTE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is A23 TTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 TTE shows 21 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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