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LX55 KUC

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

44,124 mi
Last recorded44,124 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 KUC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 44,124 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.16 (d) (i))

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 (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 44,124 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.16 (d) (i))

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 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 44,118 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 44,085 miles

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2023 44,083 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

TPMS light on

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 44,060 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 43,698 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 43,601 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also has minor cuts in the sidewall ()

Fail 19 Sep 2019 43,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also has minor cuts in the sidewall ()

Pass 26 Sep 2018 42,663 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 41,344 miles

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2017 41,344 miles

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

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2016 41,297 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 36,375 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 35,618 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 35,616 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 35,320 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 34,597 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 34,597 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 30,531 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 25,166 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 25,166 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres have shallow cracks over sidewalls

Pass 12 Sep 2008

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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LX55 KUC is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LX55 KUC, 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 LX55 KUC registered?

LX55 KUC is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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