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AJ54 UUY

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

160,662 mi
Last recorded160,662 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 UUY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 160,662 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 156,696 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 149,407 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 141,153 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 36,262 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 130,039 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 130,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 11,359 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 98,822 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AJ54 UUY is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ54 UUY, 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 AJ54 UUY registered?

AJ54 UUY is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is AJ54 UUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ54 UUY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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