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M11 STU

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,309 mi
Last recorded29,309 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
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

RegistrationM11 STU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 29,309 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 29,185 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 29,156 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 29,041 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 28,930 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 28,920 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2018 28,890 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2016 28,400 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 25,898 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 23,918 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low parking brake performance pass

Pass 6 Jan 2014 21,942 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 20,880 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 2 Dec 2011 19,689 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 23 Nov 2010 18,311 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 17,456 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 14,988 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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M11 STU is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M11 STU, 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 M11 STU?

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What year was M11 STU registered?

M11 STU is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is M11 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M11 STU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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