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M31 NCS

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

93,279 mi
Last recorded93,279 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 NCS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 93,279 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 90,672 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 90,672 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 90,151 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 88,752 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 86,942 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 85,239 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 84,354 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 81,133 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2017 79,865 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 74,355 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 68,186 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 61,670 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 56,430 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 52,360 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 52,360 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 46,211 miles

Belly pan fitted

Full sill covers fitted

Slight oil leak from rear diff

Underbody panels fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2011 39,811 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 31,041 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 30,589 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 23,781 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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M31 NCS is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M31 NCS, 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

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What year was M31 NCS registered?

M31 NCS is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is M31 NCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 NCS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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