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LA55 WZF

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,566 mi
Last recorded72,566 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 WZF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 72,566 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 69,704 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 69,380 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 66,936 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 64,158 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 61,344 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 59,094 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 56,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 53,925 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 51,082 miles

EML light on

nearside rear tyre nearing limit

Pass 26 Jan 2016 48,413 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 45,161 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,411 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 39,279 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2012 34,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 34,873 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,981 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 27,968 miles

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 20,734 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 17,343 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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LA55 WZF 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 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 LA55 WZF, 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

How do I check the history of LA55 WZF?

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What year was LA55 WZF registered?

LA55 WZF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LA55 WZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 WZF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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