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M321 BOB

2005 BMW M3

Yellow Other 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,996 mi
Last recorded99,996 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM321 BOB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2025 99,996 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 98,927 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 98,835 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 98,295 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 97,071 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 94,147 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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M321 BOB is a 2005 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M321 BOB, 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 M321 BOB?

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What year was M321 BOB registered?

M321 BOB is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is M321 BOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M321 BOB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M321 BOB have outstanding finance?

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