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DN05 MVU

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,066 mi
Last recorded73,066 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 MVU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2013 73,066 miles

child seat fitted in rear of vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2012 69,401 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 63,876 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 55,441 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2009 55,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 47,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 40,238 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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DN05 MVU is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN05 MVU, 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 DN05 MVU?

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What year was DN05 MVU registered?

DN05 MVU is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is DN05 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 MVU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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