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RE05 YTF

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,311 mi
Last recorded71,311 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 YTF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 71,311 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 71,190 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 71,177 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 71,159 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 70,760 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 70,752 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 70,500 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 70,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 70,255 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 69,828 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 69,181 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 67,625 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 65,984 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 64,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 64,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 63,580 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 62,359 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 61,063 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 59,195 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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RE05 YTF 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 RE05 YTF, 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 RE05 YTF?

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What year was RE05 YTF registered?

RE05 YTF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is RE05 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 YTF 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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