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GF05 BYZ

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,096 mi
Last recorded93,096 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 BYZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 93,096 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 ()

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

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)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 93,090 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 ()

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

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)

Pass 28 Jun 2017 86,848 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 86,848 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 77,588 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 70,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 58,607 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 53,544 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2012 53,544 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 49,483 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 40,476 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,203 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 21,917 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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GF05 BYZ is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GF05 BYZ, 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.

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What year was GF05 BYZ registered?

GF05 BYZ is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is GF05 BYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 BYZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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