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AK55 XFS

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,136 mi
Last recorded135,136 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XFS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 135,136 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 116,567 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 101,516 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 88,481 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 75,879 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 69,026 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 61,250 miles

front number plate de-laminated

Fail 12 Sep 2011 48,990 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 48,990 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 39,562 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 30,840 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 22,637 miles

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

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 XFS is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XFS, 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 AK55 XFS registered?

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

Is AK55 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XFS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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