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FE05 VXH

2005 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,886 mi
Last recorded114,886 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 VXH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 114,886 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 113,412 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 110,750 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 110,069 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 110,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 109,190 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test back seat missing ()

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test passenger missing ()

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 109,190 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test back seat missing ()

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test passenger missing ()

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 106,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 102,499 miles

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Aug 2016 100,019 miles

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

No rear seats or seat belts fitted at time of test

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 96,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Jun 2014 92,430 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 92,430 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 92,329 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 92,329 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 82,088 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 70,845 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 65,362 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 59,645 miles

steering and susp slight

Fail 24 Apr 2009 59,645 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

steering and susp slight

Pass 28 Feb 2008 56,914 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 56,914 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FE05 VXH is a 2005 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FE05 VXH, 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 FE05 VXH registered?

FE05 VXH is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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