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BMZ 881

2005 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,229 mi
Last recorded105,229 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 881
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 105,229 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 104,466 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 104,234 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 101,975 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 100,844 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 98,774 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 97,383 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 95,034 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 90,901 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 81,287 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 81,287 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 69,463 miles

Advise - Nearside front Tyre getting low on inner edge.

Pass 23 Mar 2009 54,994 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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BMZ 881 is a 2005 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BMZ 881, 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

How do I check the history of BMZ 881?

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What year was BMZ 881 registered?

BMZ 881 is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is BMZ 881 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 881 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BMZ 881 have outstanding finance?

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