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DS55 UFO

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,410 mi
Last recorded88,410 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 UFO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 88,410 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 87,475 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 87,140 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 86,389 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 85,695 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 81,351 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 81,351 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 75,694 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 75,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 69,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 68,013 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 59,609 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 47,032 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 37,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DS55 UFO is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DS55 UFO, 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 DS55 UFO?

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What year was DS55 UFO registered?

DS55 UFO is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is DS55 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS55 UFO shows 14 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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