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AK05 KFL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,332 mi
Last recorded150,332 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KFL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2019 150,332 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 137,226 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 123,032 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 110,572 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 88,596 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 83,690 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 78,372 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 68,252 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 55,117 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 43,391 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 34,569 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 26,874 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 KFL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AK05 KFL, 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 KFL registered?

AK05 KFL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AK05 KFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 KFL shows 12 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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