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EA55 DDX

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,205 mi
Last recorded86,205 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 DDX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 86,205 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 78,498 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 73,054 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 73,051 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 71,824 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 70,252 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 70,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 68,003 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,964 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 62,818 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 595,881 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 55,634 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 50,904 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 45,963 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 42,023 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 37,178 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 37,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,118 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 30,411 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 30,409 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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EA55 DDX is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EA55 DDX, 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

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What year was EA55 DDX registered?

EA55 DDX is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is EA55 DDX safe to buy?

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