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BF05 RUJ

2005 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

147,871 mi
Last recorded147,871 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 RUJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 147,871 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 147,565 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 146,865 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 144,861 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 142,121 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 140,067 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 133,482 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 126,593 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 119,553 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 110,650 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 103,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 101,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 97,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2013 97,780 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2012 94,110 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 94,110 miles

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

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

advise rear wheel allignment check

Pass 1 Mar 2011 89,924 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 89,459 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 87,605 miles

tyres low on edges

Pass 27 Feb 2008 71,486 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BF05 RUJ is a 2005 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 64,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF05 RUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF05 RUJ registered?

BF05 RUJ is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 RUJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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