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GF05 VNV

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,239 mi
Last recorded53,239 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 53,239 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 52,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 50,596 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,569 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 49,272 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 49,013 miles

Rear Diff weeping gear oil

Pass 6 Nov 2020 48,152 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 47,426 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 46,639 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 46,153 miles

Offside Front Headlight levelling device bracket broken but still currently secure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust pipe to exhaust box bracket broken but still secure

Fail 21 Nov 2017 46,150 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlight levelling device bracket broken but still currently secure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust pipe to exhaust box bracket broken but still secure

Pass 15 Nov 2016 44,755 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 43,364 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 41,577 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 40,717 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 40,179 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 38,389 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 36,749 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 34,004 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 34,004 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 30,250 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 VNV is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GF05 VNV, 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 GF05 VNV registered?

GF05 VNV is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is GF05 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 VNV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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