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FM05 FUF

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,672 mi
Last recorded97,672 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 FUF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 97,672 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 95,099 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 94,269 miles

engine and side covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2018 93,710 miles

Offside Front track rod end slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2017 92,302 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 90,636 miles

Front both tyres on limit

Offside Front Lower ball joint slight play

both rear tyres on limit

Pass 18 Feb 2015 88,376 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 83,942 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 71,627 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)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 71,626 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 65,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 59,916 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 51,152 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 39,486 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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FM05 FUF is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FM05 FUF, 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 FM05 FUF registered?

FM05 FUF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is FM05 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 FUF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM05 FUF have outstanding finance?

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