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M33 DOM

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,362 mi
Last recorded104,362 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 DOM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 104,362 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 104,361 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking connection with brake hose??? (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 103,622 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 102,906 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 102,059 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 100,768 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 99,493 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 85,427 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 79,499 miles

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

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

both rear tyres getteing low

nearside rear tyre sidewall damage

oil leak from rear diff area

top and bottom covers fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 68,551 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 62,173 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 55,596 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2012 53,436 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 50,829 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 49,260 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,241 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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M33 DOM 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 93.8%.

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 M33 DOM, 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.

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What year was M33 DOM registered?

M33 DOM is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is M33 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 DOM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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