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AU05 XXH

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,043 mi
Last recorded39,043 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XXH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 39,043 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 39,043 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 39,024 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 38,693 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 38,401 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 38,313 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 38,211 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 38,208 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 38,088 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 37,772 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 36,488 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 35,941 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 35,321 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 34,517 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 33,004 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 31,840 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,183 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 29,981 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 28,751 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 27,858 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 26,062 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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AU05 XXH is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AU05 XXH, 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 AU05 XXH?

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What year was AU05 XXH registered?

AU05 XXH is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AU05 XXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 XXH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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