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LL05 LHF

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,946 mi
Last recorded20,946 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL05 LHF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,946 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 20,933 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 20,870 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 20,832 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 20,821 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 20,809 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 20,803 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 20,780 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 20,724 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,711 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 20,381 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 20,116 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,951 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 19,224 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2010 19,224 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 15,724 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 12,922 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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LL05 LHF is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LL05 LHF, 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 LL05 LHF registered?

LL05 LHF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is LL05 LHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL05 LHF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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