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PN05 XGG

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,016 mi
Last recorded70,016 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 XGG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 70,016 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 68,388 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 63,107 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 63,107 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 58,921 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 55,423 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 52,815 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 52,815 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 49,900 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 49,900 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 46,618 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 35,108 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 29,271 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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PN05 XGG is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN05 XGG, 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 PN05 XGG registered?

PN05 XGG is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is PN05 XGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 XGG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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