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A7 YFK

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

107,929 mi
Last recorded107,929 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 YFK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 107,929 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 101,961 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 97,355 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 89,232 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 84,420 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 81,009 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 75,580 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 68,891 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 62,212 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 58,786 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 54,079 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 43,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil residue on n/s of engine

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 32,356 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,356 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 30,087 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)

Pass 24 Dec 2011 21,196 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 13,885 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 6,344 miles

unable to view rear coil springs fully

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2008 4,519 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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A7 YFK is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A7 YFK, 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 A7 YFK registered?

A7 YFK is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is A7 YFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 YFK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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