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K12 EYT

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

131,516 mi
Last recorded131,516 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 EYT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 131,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 131,357 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 131,151 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 130,662 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 129,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2019 127,580 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 122,220 miles

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

centre exhaust flange has lower bolts missing - both

Pass 25 Apr 2017 119,018 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 115,993 miles

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

back box securing clamp in deteriorating

Pass 14 Apr 2015 106,318 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 106,313 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 97,425 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 89,341 miles

rear tyres wearing on outer edges.

Pass 19 Apr 2012 80,586 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 72,169 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 72,163 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 62,079 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 51,220 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 51,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2008 40,038 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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K12 EYT is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K12 EYT, 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 K12 EYT registered?

K12 EYT is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is K12 EYT safe to buy?

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