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LY05 BVL

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,279 mi
Last recorded113,279 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 BVL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 113,279 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 106,758 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 106,758 miles

Road wheel fixing missing Each Wheel 1 Bolt Missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 100,074 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 97,908 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 86,837 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 86,837 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 79,078 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 70,444 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 65,465 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 59,904 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

oil leaking

Fail 14 Jun 2016 59,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

oil leaking

Pass 23 Jun 2015 53,570 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 49,443 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 44,757 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,334 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,803 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,479 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 1 Jul 2009 201,090 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 15,535 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 14,493 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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LY05 BVL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY05 BVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY05 BVL registered?

LY05 BVL is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is LY05 BVL safe to buy?

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