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N77 MAT

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,671 mi
Last recorded51,671 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN77 MAT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 51,671 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 51,605 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 51,343 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 50,950 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 49,947 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 49,914 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 49,838 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2018 49,838 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 49,790 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2x front to rear pipes corroded around clip retainers (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 46,416 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 41,988 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 37,264 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 32,457 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 25,788 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 20,547 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 15,201 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 11,592 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 10,538 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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N77 MAT is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N77 MAT, 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 N77 MAT?

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What year was N77 MAT registered?

N77 MAT is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is N77 MAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N77 MAT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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