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LB05 OZT

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,443 mi
Last recorded95,443 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 OZT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 95,443 miles

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

both rear tyres 4mm

Pass 17 Nov 2015 84,407 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 74,630 miles

Various covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 9 Dec 2013 61,352 miles

Engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Pass 7 Feb 2013 46,639 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 44,431 miles

Both front tyres worn outer treads smooth.

Both rear tyres worn on inner treads.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2012 44,410 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Both front tyres worn outer treads smooth.

Both rear tyres worn on inner treads.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2011 42,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Mar 2010 40,360 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 37,221 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 32,571 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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LB05 OZT is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LB05 OZT, 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 LB05 OZT registered?

LB05 OZT is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LB05 OZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 OZT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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