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RL54 DYC

2005 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,325 mi
Last recorded102,325 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 DYC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 102,325 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 102,322 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside exhaust tips damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 99,538 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside rear and nearside rear ()

Front brake disc worn

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 92,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal starting to split but is mataining a good seal at the moment. headlight height adjustor rod broken on o/s/f suspension arm. aims are correct.

Pass 21 Jun 2014 85,507 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 77,958 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 68,011 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 57,608 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 48,657 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 48,063 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 40,657 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 30,523 miles

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers and under trays

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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RL54 DYC is a 2005 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RL54 DYC, 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 RL54 DYC registered?

RL54 DYC is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 10 February 2005.

Is RL54 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 DYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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