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MKZ 75

2005 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,444 mi
Last recorded66,444 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKZ 75
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 66,444 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 66,423 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 66,373 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 66,258 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 66,093 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 65,928 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 65,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 65,775 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 65,572 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 65,440 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 60,528 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 52,317 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 45,113 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 37,082 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,669 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 27,669 miles

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

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

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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MKZ 75 is a 2005 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MKZ 75, 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 MKZ 75?

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What year was MKZ 75 registered?

MKZ 75 is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MKZ 75 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKZ 75 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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