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GY55 CMX

2005 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

105,352 mi
Last recorded105,352 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 CMX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 105,352 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 105,351 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 105,299 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 105,293 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 105,277 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 104,569 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 103,066 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (3.5.1i)

lower floor covers fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2016 103,066 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (3.5.1i)

lower floor covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 101,923 miles

both front and rear discs corroded - both rear tyres close to limit

Fail 10 Dec 2013 90,804 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

both front tyres starting to wear outer edges

Pass 10 Dec 2013 90,804 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both front tyres starting to wear outer edges

Pass 25 Jun 2012 58,466 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 21 Jun 2011 48,413 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 38,303 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 33,642 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 33,642 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 28,947 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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GY55 CMX is a 2005 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GY55 CMX, 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 GY55 CMX registered?

GY55 CMX is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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The MOT history for GY55 CMX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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