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LS55 UPL

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,262 mi
Last recorded61,262 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 UPL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 61,262 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 54,754 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2017 54,751 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 50,169 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 50,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2014 42,304 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 42,297 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 37,541 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 33,841 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 26,854 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 18,410 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 18,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 11,754 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 11,754 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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LS55 UPL is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LS55 UPL, 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 LS55 UPL registered?

LS55 UPL is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is LS55 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 UPL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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