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LR55 OVP

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,758 mi
Last recorded34,758 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
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

RegistrationLR55 OVP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2013 34,758 miles

exhaust silencer clamp broken but still secure

Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,469 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 29,434 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,318 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 22,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Oct 2008 12,279 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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LR55 OVP is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR55 OVP, 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

How do I check the history of LR55 OVP?

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What year was LR55 OVP registered?

LR55 OVP is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is LR55 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 OVP shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR55 OVP have outstanding finance?

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