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AF05 WSO

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

154,975 mi
Last recorded154,975 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 WSO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 154,975 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 141,495 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front and rear disc slightly worn

Pass 5 Mar 2019 117,640 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 105,533 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2017 100,224 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 97,854 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 94,894 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 91,785 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 89,489 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 86,057 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 82,076 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 79,448 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 76,006 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 76,006 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 71,657 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 WSO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WSO, 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 WSO registered?

AF05 WSO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AF05 WSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 WSO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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