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AF05 FWO

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,703 mi
Last recorded159,703 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 FWO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 159,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approaching 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip to centre and passenger side. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 135,755 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 109,395 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 105,260 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 99,304 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 10 Jan 2017 99,304 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 12 Jan 2016 92,387 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 92,287 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 85,109 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear bump stop split

Pass 26 Aug 2014 84,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 79,042 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 19 Apr 2012 75,351 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2011 71,954 miles

All 4 tyres have uneven tread

Oil leak

Steering is heavy in operation

Pass 18 May 2010 60,513 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,330 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,341 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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AF05 FWO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF05 FWO, 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 AF05 FWO registered?

AF05 FWO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is AF05 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 FWO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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