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MF05 VEL

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,863 mi
Last recorded81,863 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 VEL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 81,863 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 79,557 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 74,811 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 73,212 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 72,417 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 72,042 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 71,161 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 68,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 65,979 miles

rear exhaust box clamps rusted and broken but still holding rear exhaust box ok

Pass 6 May 2015 61,996 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Fail 1 May 2014 56,120 miles

Nearside Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 56,120 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 48,505 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 48,505 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 44,349 miles

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 39,105 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 30,917 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 30,898 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,654 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 19 Mar 2008 15,977 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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MF05 VEL is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MF05 VEL, 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 MF05 VEL registered?

MF05 VEL is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is MF05 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 VEL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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