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AX05 FPL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

119,609 mi
Last recorded119,609 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 FPL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 119,609 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front tyre perished

Fail 3 Aug 2023 119,609 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front tyre perished

Pass 15 Aug 2022 111,560 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 111,560 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 rft (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 103,439 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 100,277 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 98,089 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 95,314 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 92,876 miles

underside and engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2017 92,875 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine covers & underside covers fitted

hand brake performance 16%

Fail 31 Jul 2017 92,875 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine covers & underside covers fitted

hand brake performance 16%

Pass 3 Aug 2016 88,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 82,572 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 83,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2014 76,975 miles

rear inner brake pads 4/5 mm

squeak from steering column/wheel area

Pass 25 May 2013 70,470 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 63,135 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 54,299 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 45,881 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 37,863 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 31,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 30,324 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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AX05 FPL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AX05 FPL, 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 FPL registered?

AX05 FPL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is AX05 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 FPL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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