£12,113
2005 BMW (E46) M3 Convertible
United Kingdom • 3 Jan 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2005 BMW M3 Convertible is a well-maintained example with 69,580 miles. Finished in Carbon Black over Imola Red, it features a naturally aspirated 3.2-liter inline-six engine and a six-speed SMG transmission. The car has a good service history and recent maintenance, but has minor cosmetic imperfections.
Condition
7
The car has minor cosmetic imperfections reported by the seller: small stone chips on the front bumper and slight wear on the driver's seat bolster. However, it passed its most recent MOT test without any warnings or advisories, and has a comprehensive service history.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WBSBR92000PM97597
Chassis No:
Odometer:
69,580 miles
M16 EJW
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
KEY FACTS This E46-generation BMW M3 is a revered open-top performance car, finished in an attractive Carbon Black over Imola Red colour scheme.
It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre ‘S54’ inline-six, delivering 338bhp to the rear wheels via a six-speed ‘SMG’ automated manual transmission with paddle shift.
First registered in September 2005, this M3 has had three former keepers.
The odometer shows 69,580 miles from new.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This M3 is finished in Carbon Black with a black convertible soft top, over an Imola Red leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by brushed aluminium-look trim.
It rides on a set of 19-inch twin 10-spoke alloy wheels, which are fitted with Bridgestone and Landsail tyres.
Equipment includes reversing sensors, heated and electrically adjustable front sport seats with three-position driver’s memory, a multifunction steering wheel, cruise control, climate control, xenon headlights with cleaning, and a central infotainment system with a ...
Points of note
£5,693
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£18,487
Median Price (Since 2020)
£115,586
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 02 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
72,566 miles
Registration Date
2005-09-30
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 03 2026 with 72,566 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2025 with 69,704 miles
Passed
On Jan 31 2024 with 69,380 miles
Passed
On Feb 09 2023 with 66,936 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed
On Jan 19 2022 with 64,158 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed
On Jan 25 2021 with 61,344 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Jan 15 2020 with 59,094 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Jan 25 2019 with 56,324 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jan 16 2018 with 53,925 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed
On Jan 27 2017 with 51,082 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- EML light on
- nearside rear tyre nearing limit
Passed
On Jan 26 2016 with 48,413 miles
Passed
On Jan 22 2015 with 45,161 miles
Passed
On Sep 17 2013 with 39,411 miles
Failed
On Aug 22 2013 with 39,279 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Failed
On Aug 30 2012 with 34,873 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
Passed
On Aug 30 2012 with 34,873 miles
Passed
On Aug 30 2011 with 27,981 miles
Failed
On Aug 26 2011 with 27,968 miles
There were 2 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- (Dangerous) Nearside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Passed
On Jul 30 2010 with 20,734 miles
Passed
On Jul 30 2009 with 17,343 miles
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