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YD05 RZH

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,412 mi
Last recorded199,412 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 RZH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2017 199,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 189,148 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

chip o/s/ screen

rear discs pitting

rear reg plate deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2015 179,575 miles

front discs slight pitting

n/s/f link rod slight play

rear reg plate deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2014 169,451 miles

both reg plates deteriorated

chip o/s screen

rear discs slight pitting

Pass 17 Oct 2013 158,113 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear reg plate deteriorated

Pass 12 Nov 2012 142,650 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 125,733 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 102,124 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 84,852 miles

Front registration plate cracked

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 65,770 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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YD05 RZH is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD05 RZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD05 RZH registered?

YD05 RZH is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YD05 RZH safe to buy?

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