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RF05 FZO

2005 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

109,691 mi
Last recorded109,691 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 FZO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 109,691 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 108,928 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 108,928 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 108,152 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 107,222 miles

Fuel cap/sealing rubber ring is perished

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 107,222 miles

Fuel cap/sealing rubber ring is perished

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 105,986 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 104,321 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 103,095 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 100,421 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 95,128 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 89,198 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 84,165 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 84,165 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 77,201 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 70,605 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 60,693 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,183 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 31,687 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 18,543 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 15,567 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 13,136 miles

rear tyres on 2.0mm

Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,658 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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RF05 FZO is a 2005 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RF05 FZO, 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 RF05 FZO registered?

RF05 FZO is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is RF05 FZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 FZO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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