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EF04 UPG

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,294 mi
Last recorded60,294 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF04 UPG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 60,294 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 58,860 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 58,555 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 57,820 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 57,579 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Replacement Highly Recommended! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement highly Recommended!255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 51,420 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 47,233 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 45,318 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 43,287 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 41,545 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 40,829 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2014 40,829 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 39,591 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 39,591 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 37,544 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 36,200 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 34,763 miles

nearside rear stop/position lamp has led's out.

Fail 5 Aug 2010 34,759 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

nearside rear stop/position lamp has led's out.

Pass 11 Aug 2009 30,540 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 26,924 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 21,841 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,421 miles

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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EF04 UPG is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 69,495 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 EF04 UPG, 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 22 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 EF04 UPG registered?

EF04 UPG is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is EF04 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF04 UPG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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