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AX54 TTF

2005 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,449 mi
Last recorded104,449 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 TTF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 104,449 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 104,426 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 104,097 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 103,353 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 102,931 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 101,568 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 100,284 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 97,867 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 97,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 95,347 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 92,806 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 88,241 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low and bald on edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 74,268 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 65,161 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 65,161 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 63,328 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 57,371 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 49,068 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2011 49,067 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 39,671 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 39,514 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 35,337 miles

damage tyre sidewalls.

deterioration both wiper blade rubbers.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 29 Jan 2009 35,169 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 33,215 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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AX54 TTF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 AX54 TTF, 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 TTF registered?

AX54 TTF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is AX54 TTF safe to buy?

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