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AK55 GMG

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,101 mi
Last recorded150,101 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 GMG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2014 150,101 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 125,807 miles

centre exhaust mounting broken

Pass 10 Jan 2012 108,930 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 92,211 miles

oil level low

Fail 12 Jan 2011 92,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

oil level low

Pass 14 Jan 2010 62,465 miles

Nearside Rear 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 5 Sep 2008 44,141 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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AK55 GMG is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GMG, 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

How do I check the history of AK55 GMG?

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What year was AK55 GMG registered?

AK55 GMG is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AK55 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 GMG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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