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LM54 GLK

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,817 mi
Last recorded48,817 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 GLK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 48,817 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 47,640 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 47,525 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 46,012 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 46,012 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached bolt very loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2019 43,235 miles

slight seepage of oil from rear diff

Fail 7 May 2019 43,235 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight seepage of oil from rear diff

Pass 17 May 2018 41,548 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2017 40,983 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 40,799 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 39,865 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 39,490 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 37,442 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 34,878 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 3 May 2011 32,735 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 31,401 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,042 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 23,205 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)

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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LM54 GLK is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM54 GLK, 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 LM54 GLK registered?

LM54 GLK is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is LM54 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM54 GLK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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