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ST05 VEH

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,825 mi
Last recorded35,825 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 VEH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 35,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 35,821 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 35,789 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 35,751 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 35,608 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 33,768 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 32,972 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 32,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak at Differential

Fail 1 Jul 2011 32,444 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak at Differential

Pass 2 Jul 2010 31,704 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 28,237 miles

off side and near side fronttyres starting to perish

Pass 9 Jun 2008 23,939 miles

o/s/r tyre is badly worn on inside edge

Fail 9 Jun 2008 23,937 miles

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

o/s/r tyre is badly worn on inside edge

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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ST05 VEH is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ST05 VEH, 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 ST05 VEH?

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What year was ST05 VEH registered?

ST05 VEH is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is ST05 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 VEH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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