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LG55 CWA

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,031 mi
Last recorded42,031 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 CWA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 42,031 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 41,247 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 40,041 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 39,443 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 38,635 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 38,505 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 38,379 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 37,987 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 37,228 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 36,809 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 36,014 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 36,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 34,572 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 34,572 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2013 33,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 33,652 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 33,162 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Slight play in steering rack (nearside)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 32,304 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 29,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,934 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,988 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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LG55 CWA is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG55 CWA, 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 LG55 CWA registered?

LG55 CWA is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is LG55 CWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 CWA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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