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AX54 LKV

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

205,979 mi
Last recorded205,979 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 LKV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 205,979 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 199,220 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 198,194 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 193,749 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 178,085 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 178,085 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 154,422 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 135,793 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 112,441 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 90,905 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 67,428 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2008 67,427 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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AX54 LKV is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX54 LKV, 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 AX54 LKV registered?

AX54 LKV is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 February 2005.

Is AX54 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 LKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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