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AB05 SNB

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,413 mi
Last recorded110,413 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 SNB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 110,413 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 7 Mar 2018 110,413 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2017 100,418 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 93,385 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2015 85,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 78,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,850 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 64,920 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 55,743 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 45,727 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 35,472 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 35,460 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 22,777 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 22,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 17,476 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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AB05 SNB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc 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 AB05 SNB, 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 AB05 SNB registered?

AB05 SNB is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AB05 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB05 SNB 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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