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R5 TLA

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,468 mi
Last recorded72,468 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 TLA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 72,468 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 72,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Level control arm securing clip detached at OSF lower suspension arm (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall, marked with chalk (255/35/19, 96Y) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2025 72,017 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 71,108 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2023 69,306 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 68,648 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 68,647 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 68,636 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 68,408 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2019 67,830 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 65,019 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 65,014 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 May 2016 58,479 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 54,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 50,380 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 46,095 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 42,060 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING LOW ON EDGES

Pass 8 Oct 2010 35,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 31,858 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 27,195 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 22,718 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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R5 TLA is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R5 TLA, 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 R5 TLA registered?

R5 TLA is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R5 TLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 TLA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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