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A9 DUB

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,830 mi
Last recorded115,830 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 DUB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 115,830 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 115,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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 22 Jun 2019 106,424 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 95,327 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 95,327 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2017 91,956 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 87,633 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 80,515 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 72,607 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 64,063 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 57,916 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 53,781 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 42,422 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,667 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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A9 DUB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A9 DUB, 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 A9 DUB registered?

A9 DUB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is A9 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 DUB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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