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AX05 KKN

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,578 mi
Last recorded121,578 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 KKN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 121,578 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 110,757 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 105,837 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 105,837 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 97,994 miles

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

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

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2016 89,852 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 79,290 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 75,516 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 71,296 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 68,295 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 68,295 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 65,751 miles

Rear tyres have heavy wear on inside edges.

Pass 7 Sep 2010 62,526 miles

Rear tyres worn on inside edges.

Pass 4 Sep 2009 58,973 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 55,472 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 50,215 miles

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

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

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

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

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 KKN is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KKN, 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 KKN registered?

AX05 KKN is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is AX05 KKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 KKN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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