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AK05 CDE

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,384 mi
Last recorded59,384 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 CDE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2026 59,384 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 59,369 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 57,471 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 57,269 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 56,968 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 56,539 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 55,970 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 55,530 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 51,173 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 47,669 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 45,008 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2016 42,204 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 39,945 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,518 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,601 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,265 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 27,091 miles

Oil leak

power steering pipes wet

Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,344 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 19,258 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,232 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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AK05 CDE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AK05 CDE, 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 AK05 CDE registered?

AK05 CDE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is AK05 CDE safe to buy?

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