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AX05 ODC

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

213,347 mi
Last recorded213,347 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 213,347 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 203,347 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 186,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 181,842 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted covering some components

Pass 17 Aug 2021 177,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 172,335 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 165,945 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

emissions to clean

Pass 30 Jul 2018 152,116 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 152,106 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 141,519 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 27 Aug 2016 131,093 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 118,722 miles

offside inner tail lamp not working.

Fail 18 Jul 2015 118,722 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

offside inner tail lamp not working.

Pass 14 Jul 2014 105,814 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 105,785 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 90,927 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge.

Pass 29 May 2012 77,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 67,742 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 67,742 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 52,436 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 44,317 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 43,574 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 24,531 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 ODC is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 ODC, 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 ODC registered?

AX05 ODC is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is AX05 ODC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 ODC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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