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M3 NRC

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

82,452 mi
Last recorded82,452 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 82,452 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 79,932 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 75,699 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 73,302 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 70,998 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 69,600 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 69,195 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 66,511 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 64,256 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small stone chip (crack) (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 60,771 miles

under-tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Mar 2016 57,754 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 54,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2015 54,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 50,330 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low engine oil

O/S/Front wheel/brakes binding while rotated by hand

Rear diff pinion seal leaking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 455,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,393 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,486 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 28,653 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 24,036 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 18,315 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 NRC is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NRC, 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 NRC?

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What year was M3 NRC registered?

M3 NRC is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is M3 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 NRC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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