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BN05 PHU

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

85,697 mi
Last recorded85,697 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 PHU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 85,697 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 85,697 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 85,043 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 84,427 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 83,654 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 82,504 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 79,661 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 76,687 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 74,756 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 74,072 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 71,137 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 69,298 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 66,945 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 63,539 miles

Nail in front tyre

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)

Fail 18 Mar 2012 53,823 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 18 Mar 2012 53,823 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 22 Mar 2011 41,128 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 26,803 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 26,803 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 24 May 2008 23,985 miles

all tyres worn on edges

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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BN05 PHU is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BN05 PHU, 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 BN05 PHU?

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What year was BN05 PHU registered?

BN05 PHU is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is BN05 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 PHU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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