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M300 JMY

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

133,036 mi
Last recorded133,036 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 JMY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 133,036 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 132,414 miles

advise rear brake disc /on in side face

Pass 12 Aug 2021 131,110 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 127,555 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 124,625 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 117,874 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 112,974 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 108,943 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 101,394 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 96,049 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 89,145 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 85,075 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 78,131 miles

1/rear brake pads worn to limit

Pass 16 Apr 2010 67,433 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 57,475 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 42,300 miles

Cut to outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Fail 4 Apr 2008 42,300 miles

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

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

Cut to outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2007 30,293 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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M300 JMY is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 M300 JMY, 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 M300 JMY?

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What year was M300 JMY registered?

M300 JMY is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is M300 JMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 JMY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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