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AM55 KAS

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,178 mi
Last recorded144,178 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM55 KAS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2020 144,178 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 137,862 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 131,267 miles

Rear brake check

Pass 28 Sep 2016 128,404 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 124,378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 120,508 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 115,924 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 110,270 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 106,296 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 14 Sep 2010 97,811 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 88,474 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 76,821 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AM55 KAS 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 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 AM55 KAS, 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 AM55 KAS registered?

AM55 KAS is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AM55 KAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM55 KAS 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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