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EK04 XFN

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,795 mi
Last recorded91,795 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK04 XFN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 91,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 91,789 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 90,704 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 90,320 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 88,976 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 83,384 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 82,678 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 78,353 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 73,484 miles

oil leaking into o/s rack boot

Pass 11 Nov 2011 67,457 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 62,312 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 57,698 miles

both front tyres have minor cuts on inner sidewalls

Pass 11 Jun 2008 48,520 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 38,922 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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EK04 XFN is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EK04 XFN, 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 EK04 XFN registered?

EK04 XFN is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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The MOT history for EK04 XFN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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