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AX55 AZT

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,321 mi
Last recorded128,321 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 AZT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 128,321 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 May 2016 119,729 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 114,198 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 109,029 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 109,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 105,232 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 103,715 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge.

Fail 31 Jan 2012 103,715 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge.

Pass 26 Jan 2011 84,757 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 84,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f brake disc scored

Pass 5 Feb 2010 66,663 miles

advise discs scored+pitted

Pass 12 Dec 2008 50,472 miles

Nearside 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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AX55 AZT 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX55 AZT, 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.

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What year was AX55 AZT registered?

AX55 AZT is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is AX55 AZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX55 AZT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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