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HV55 KZX

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,952 mi
Last recorded39,952 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 KZX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 39,952 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 39,852 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 39,619 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 39,409 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 39,193 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 38,373 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 36,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 34,933 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 32,843 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 31,927 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 30,146 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 29,011 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 27,906 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 6 Sep 2013 26,287 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Sep 2013 26,287 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2012 24,957 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,143 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 20,170 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 16,546 miles

both rear tyres have cuts in side walls not to cords

both rear tyres wearing on edges

nearside front tyre has cuts in side wall not to cords

Pass 6 Sep 2008 12,469 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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HV55 KZX is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HV55 KZX, 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 HV55 KZX registered?

HV55 KZX is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is HV55 KZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 KZX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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