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HX05 UVG

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,687 mi
Last recorded78,687 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 UVG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 78,687 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 78,605 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 78,605 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 77,664 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 77,664 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 74,838 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 67,282 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 62,084 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 56,443 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 49,996 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 43,781 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 43,781 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 38,362 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 35,755 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front brake discs worn thin

front brake pads worn thin

Pass 1 Apr 2008 32,595 miles

different wheels fitted to vehicle when tested

Fail 31 Mar 2008 32,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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HX05 UVG is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX05 UVG, 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 HX05 UVG registered?

HX05 UVG is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is HX05 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 UVG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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