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AF55 LXR

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

155,563 mi
Last recorded155,563 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 LXR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 155,563 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 151,454 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 148,308 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 144,557 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 140,630 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 136,809 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 133,766 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 128,707 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 123,062 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 117,359 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 117,359 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 113,606 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 111,001 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 103,276 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 96,642 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 87,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 79,063 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 9 Aug 2008 70,945 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 70,945 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 LXR is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AF55 LXR, 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 LXR?

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What year was AF55 LXR registered?

AF55 LXR is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is AF55 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 LXR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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