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BT05 XPF

2005 BMW 3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,031 mi
Last recorded154,031 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 389,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 XPF
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 154,031 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 153,984 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 148,109 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 141,563 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 134,076 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 127,615 miles

Nearside Rear child seat in place unable to fully inspect

Fail 23 Aug 2017 127,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and advise on offside rear (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear child seat in place unable to fully inspect

Pass 17 Aug 2016 119,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 111,594 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 102,163 miles

nearside anti roll bar link arm play in ball joint

Fail 1 Sep 2014 102,103 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside anti roll bar link arm play in ball joint

Pass 2 Sep 2013 93,695 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 93,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 76,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 75,536 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 62,580 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 50,644 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 50,644 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 37,115 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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BT05 XPF is a 2005 BMW 3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 89,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT05 XPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BT05 XPF registered?

BT05 XPF is a 2005 BMW 3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is BT05 XPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 XPF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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