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RY05 XRT

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,298 mi
Last recorded111,298 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 XRT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 111,298 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material os and ns rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2018 110,947 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 106,701 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 104,776 miles

Nearside Rear slight cut in sidewall x2

Fail 21 Jun 2016 104,776 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective Air bag light ON (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear slight cut in sidewall x2

Pass 22 Jul 2015 99,406 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 90,024 miles

N/S/F tyre has some outer wall damage

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 80,512 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 68,855 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 60,031 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 51,346 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 42,331 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 42,303 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 31,758 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 31,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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RY05 XRT is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RY05 XRT, 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 RY05 XRT?

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What year was RY05 XRT registered?

RY05 XRT is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is RY05 XRT safe to buy?

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