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P9 EFP

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,245 mi
Last recorded94,245 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 EFP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 94,245 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 93,707 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 93,571 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 93,377 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 92,492 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 91,979 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 91,154 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 91,152 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2019 98,217 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 86,642 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 79,967 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 79,965 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 71,259 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 71,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 67,516 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 62,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 62,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 59,368 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 58,606 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 51,273 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 43,267 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 33,962 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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P9 EFP is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P9 EFP, 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 P9 EFP registered?

P9 EFP is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is P9 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 EFP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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