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AJ05 XPL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,821 mi
Last recorded156,821 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XPL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2018 156,821 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 156,817 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 156,323 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 152,071 miles

Nearside Front tyre surface damage to outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre surface damage to outer wall

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

front brake pads worn low

hand brake needs adjustment

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in n/s/f bottom balljopint

Pass 1 Oct 2014 145,421 miles

under covers fitted to underneath of vehicle

Pass 1 Oct 2013 139,026 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 131,314 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on edge + n/s/r tyre bold on edge + o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Pass 26 Jul 2011 122,714 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 113,124 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 102,843 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 95,049 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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AJ05 XPL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJ05 XPL, 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 AJ05 XPL registered?

AJ05 XPL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is AJ05 XPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 XPL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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