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S4 VGF

2005 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,886 mi
Last recorded74,886 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 VGF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 74,886 miles

Offside Front Wing corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2025 73,054 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 70,935 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 69,057 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 68,030 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 66,659 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Feb 2020 64,130 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 59,114 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 57,483 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 54,307 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 51,650 miles

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

Under trays fitted.

Fail 20 Nov 2015 51,649 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Under trays fitted.

Pass 13 Nov 2014 49,833 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 46,066 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 41,862 miles

Both front tyres worn inner and outer edge just legal

N/s/rear tyre sidewall damage cords not exposed

Pass 20 Sep 2011 35,827 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

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

Slight bind O/S/R wheel

Pass 12 Nov 2010 31,185 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 25,547 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 16,467 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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S4 VGF is a 2005 BMW M3 in Black 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 S4 VGF, 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 S4 VGF registered?

S4 VGF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is S4 VGF safe to buy?

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