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A6 DHF

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

129,796 mi
Last recorded129,796 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 DHF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 129,796 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 129,796 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 129,600 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

offside parking brake requirement only just met

Pass 19 Feb 2024 128,852 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 128,530 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system light illuminated.

Pass 11 Feb 2022 127,624 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 126,344 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 122,590 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 116,563 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 110,011 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 103,281 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 96,507 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 89,271 miles

damage repair to n/s/r wheel

Pass 10 Feb 2014 81,042 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 71,887 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 63,340 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 54,883 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 46,645 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 39,671 miles

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

front disc's slightly corroded on inside edge.

Pass 27 Feb 2008 30,606 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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A6 DHF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A6 DHF, 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 A6 DHF registered?

A6 DHF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is A6 DHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 DHF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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