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AK55 GLF

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,245 mi
Last recorded142,245 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 GLF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 142,245 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 145,132 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 142,251 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 140,006 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

engine noisey on idle

hand brake light staying on

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2017 128,206 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged lens ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 May 2016 116,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

child seats fitted

Fail 20 May 2016 116,347 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

child seats fitted

Pass 28 May 2015 98,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 80,717 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 1 Jun 2013 69,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly lipped

rear brake pads low

Pass 7 Jun 2012 54,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 27 Aug 2010 29,972 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 22,963 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 16,207 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 16,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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AK55 GLF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AK55 GLF, 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.

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What year was AK55 GLF registered?

AK55 GLF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is AK55 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 GLF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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