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M3 DNV

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,541 mi
Last recorded85,541 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 DNV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 85,541 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 85,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 84,750 miles
Pass 8 May 2023 84,475 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 84,428 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 84,196 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 83,926 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 83,926 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 82,608 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 81,853 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,533 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 77,804 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 74,606 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 71,235 miles

Offside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 66,655 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 66,655 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 61,389 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 48,521 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 36,706 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 36,705 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

near side front tyre has cut but not to core

Pass 9 Aug 2008 27,317 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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M3 DNV is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 M3 DNV, 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 M3 DNV registered?

M3 DNV is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is M3 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 DNV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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