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M3 GXU

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

182,029 mi
Last recorded182,029 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 GXU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 182,029 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 180,865 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 179,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 177,404 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 176,276 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 175,743 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 175,301 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 175,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 170,065 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 170,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 160,734 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Mar 2014 145,406 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 145,406 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 128,329 miles

EXHAUST FLANGE IN MIDDLE OF CAR BOLT MISSING / NOT BLOWING

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES NEARSIDE INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 13 Mar 2012 110,530 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 94,528 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 73,168 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 73,081 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 52,944 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 52,944 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 39,683 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 GXU 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 76.2%.

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 M3 GXU, 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 M3 GXU?

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What year was M3 GXU registered?

M3 GXU is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is M3 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 GXU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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