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D8 VMP

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,512 mi
Last recorded91,512 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 VMP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 91,512 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 90,964 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 89,993 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 89,883 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 89,694 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 87,714 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 86,260 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 84,869 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 78,510 miles

front and rear number plates changed before and after test

Pass 13 Jun 2014 69,633 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 64,490 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 56,895 miles

play in os rear top susp. joint

Pass 12 Mar 2011 50,802 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 46,388 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 41,539 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 1 Mar 2008 31,785 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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D8 VMP is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D8 VMP, 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 D8 VMP?

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What year was D8 VMP registered?

D8 VMP is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is D8 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 VMP shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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