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2005 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · FM05 EOS

FM05 EOS

2005 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 29/06/2005. Recorded mileage 165,718 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2005 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24/08/2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
165,718 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 24/08/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
2979cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a passed roadworthiness status as of the August 2022 test at 165,718 miles, with no defects recorded and a stable maintenance trend indicated by the single clean MOT outcome. The record shows no advisories or failures across the supplied history, suggesting the car was presented in acceptable condition at that time roughly four years before the current date. The recorded mileage of 165,718 at the 2022-08-26 test equates to around 7,891 miles per year over the car's 21-year life, a figure broadly typical for a 2005 BMW 3 Series. The supplied history contains only one entry, so no rapid accumulation or notable gaps can be assessed beyond this single snapshot; the absence of intermediate tests before 2022 leaves earlier wear patterns undocumented. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural integrity and corrosion points, as the E46 chassis is prone to rear subframe rust and floor pan degradation not always captured in a pass result. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs warrant physical checks given the vehicle's age and 165,718 miles of service since manufacture. The clean 2022 record offers no recurring fault trend to track, but the elapsed time since that test means consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, and exhaust emissions compliance may now fall outside valid MOT coverage and require verification before purchase.

FM05 EOS Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2022
  • 165,718 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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FM05 EOS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 14:52
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (FM05 EOS) between August 2022 and August 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
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ADVISORY