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FY05 XCN

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,782 mi
Last recorded82,782 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 XCN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2019 82,782 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2016 74,954 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing inner edge

offside rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 13 Dec 2015 61,394 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 57,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 46,209 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 44,875 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 41,564 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 37,133 miles

Decelerometer brake test carried out, due to vehicle being fitted with a limited slip differential

Pass 10 Mar 2010 31,744 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 29,055 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not 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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FY05 XCN is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY05 XCN, 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 FY05 XCN?

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What year was FY05 XCN registered?

FY05 XCN is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is FY05 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 XCN shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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