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OW05 ABZ

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

59,795 mi
Last recorded59,795 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 ABZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 59,795 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 59,169 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 56,401 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR & NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 54,212 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 52,783 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 50,539 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,360 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 26 Jul 2019 47,122 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2018 45,343 miles

Both rear tyres on 3mm.

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 20 Jul 2018 45,343 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both rear tyres on 3mm.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,076 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 40,270 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 38,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 24 Jul 2014 37,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 33,017 miles

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)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,487 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 26,881 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,321 miles

near side front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 3 Sep 2008 15,372 miles

chip of side front screen

near side front tyre side wall damage

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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OW05 ABZ is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OW05 ABZ, 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 OW05 ABZ?

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What year was OW05 ABZ registered?

OW05 ABZ is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is OW05 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW05 ABZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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