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AF55 LFW

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,577 mi
Last recorded43,577 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 LFW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 43,577 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 39,247 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,344 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 31,494 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 28,129 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 25,998 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 20,231 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 12,708 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,278 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 6,278 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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AF55 LFW is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF55 LFW, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 LFW?

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What year was AF55 LFW registered?

AF55 LFW is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AF55 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 LFW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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