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AV05 HZE

2005 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

105,624 mi
Last recorded105,624 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 HZE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 105,624 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 105,615 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 102,459 miles

front tyres worn on shoulders

Pass 12 May 2020 101,594 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 94,413 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2018 81,891 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 68,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 52,745 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,450 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 41,102 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 36,602 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 30,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,637 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 18,164 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 16,181 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,784 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 14,401 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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AV05 HZE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AV05 HZE, 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 AV05 HZE registered?

AV05 HZE is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is AV05 HZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 HZE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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