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LR05 YUD

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,102 mi
Last recorded28,102 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 YUD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 28,102 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 27,339 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 18,908 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 18,260 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 17,757 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,079 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 15,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 May 2012 13,938 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 13,938 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

warning light staying ON - tyre pressure.

Pass 24 May 2011 12,231 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 12,231 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2010 10,773 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

OSR brake disc - rusty.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 May 2010 10,773 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

OSR brake disc - rusty.

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2009 9,260 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,532 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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LR05 YUD is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR05 YUD, 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.

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What year was LR05 YUD registered?

LR05 YUD is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is LR05 YUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 YUD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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