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AK55 XCL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

100,629 mi
Last recorded100,629 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XCL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 100,629 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 95,344 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 87,870 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 85,440 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2021 83,315 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 82,100 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 79,180 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 76,093 miles

Nearside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 72,096 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 67,385 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 62,487 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 58,734 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 55,567 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 52,495 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 48,396 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 45,514 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 43,716 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Oct 2008 43,684 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 XCL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XCL, 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 XCL?

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What year was AK55 XCL registered?

AK55 XCL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AK55 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XCL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK55 XCL have outstanding finance?

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