2005 BMW M33.2L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
BMW M3 (2005, Petrol, 3246cc) — mileage recorded at 151,549. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 3246cc
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Full MOT History
Our records for this BMW M3 (M30 LDC) from 2005 show a total of 5 MOT tests between November 2024 and April 2026.
With 1 passes and 4 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 20%. The failure history is significant; we recommend a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)(Serious)
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor Cracking(Serious)
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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