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HK05 VNP

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,126 mi
Last recorded97,126 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 VNP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 97,126 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 96,226 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 96,225 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 94,059 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 94,055 miles

Emissions not tested engine speed will not settle (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of the front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 92,478 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 87,387 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 79,470 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 74,238 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 69,825 miles

undertrays fitted, obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2014 65,102 miles

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

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

front tyres cracking slightly on outer edges

Pass 23 Sep 2013 60,453 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 58,687 miles

Front brake discs worn

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 52,865 miles

front brake dicscs slightly lipped

rear exhaust clamp cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2011 48,547 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 May 2010 37,867 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 31,143 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,328 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on outer edges

nail in n/s/r tyre

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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HK05 VNP is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HK05 VNP, 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 HK05 VNP registered?

HK05 VNP is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is HK05 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 VNP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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