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NJ05 VYZ

2005 BMW M3

Bronze Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,094 mi
Last recorded108,094 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 VYZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 108,094 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 102,140 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 92,030 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 81,637 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 74,252 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 70,599 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 66,135 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 66,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 58,353 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 47,439 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 38,290 miles

front to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

steering shaft can n ot be inspected visually as covered by engine undertray

Fail 7 Mar 2008 38,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

steering shaft can n ot be inspected visually as covered by engine undertray

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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NJ05 VYZ is a 2005 BMW M3 in Bronze with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NJ05 VYZ, 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 NJ05 VYZ?

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What year was NJ05 VYZ registered?

NJ05 VYZ is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is NJ05 VYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ05 VYZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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