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SO55 YJF

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,470 mi
Last recorded49,470 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 YJF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2023 49,470 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake warning light on

Pass 24 Mar 2022 49,414 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 45,038 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 39,572 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 32,167 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 29,241 miles

Both front tyres are worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 1 Feb 2010 24,319 miles

crack in rear silencer clamp

Pass 7 Dec 2009 24,024 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 19,248 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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SO55 YJF is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SO55 YJF, 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 SO55 YJF registered?

SO55 YJF is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is SO55 YJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 YJF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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