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B16 FFT

2005 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,422 mi
Last recorded74,422 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 FFT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 74,422 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 72,980 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 72,052 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2023 72,051 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 71,129 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 71,124 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 70,838 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 70,239 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 68,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 67,283 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 65,707 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 63,990 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 61,826 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres low on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2014 58,914 miles

oil leak engine

Pass 21 Jun 2013 54,942 miles

small oil leak from engine

Pass 12 Jun 2012 49,738 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 45,600 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 41,535 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 38,103 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 30,843 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing low on outer 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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B16 FFT is a 2005 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B16 FFT, 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 B16 FFT registered?

B16 FFT is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is B16 FFT safe to buy?

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