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AX05 FHC

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

148,853 mi
Last recorded148,853 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 FHC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 148,853 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 148,847 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 136,675 miles

Rear Brake pads wearing down

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

underbody and engine shields fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2017 136,675 miles

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Brake pads wearing down

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

underbody and engine shields fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2016 127,213 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2016 127,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 125,745 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 120,807 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 113,363 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 103,438 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 93,800 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 83,197 miles

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

full plastic floor pans fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 1 Dec 2010 83,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

full plastic floor pans fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Dec 2009 74,413 miles

full plastic floor pans and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Dec 2008 65,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 65,771 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 57,132 miles

Windscreen damaged

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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AX05 FHC is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX05 FHC, 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 AX05 FHC registered?

AX05 FHC is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is AX05 FHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 FHC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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