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FH04 SUX

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,916 mi
Last recorded121,916 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 SUX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 121,916 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 121,109 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 118,204 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 115,077 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 115,077 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 May 2017 112,754 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 112,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 109,247 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 109,247 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2015 106,138 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 101,610 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 101,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

front to rear brake pipes by fuel tank corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2013 98,315 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 97,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 93,568 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 93,568 miles

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

corrosion showing to rear inner brake pipes by fuel tank

slight bind from rear brakes

Pass 23 May 2011 80,058 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 63,432 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 47,766 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 33,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

centre exhaust securing clamps broken

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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FH04 SUX is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH04 SUX, 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

How do I check the history of FH04 SUX?

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What year was FH04 SUX registered?

FH04 SUX is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is FH04 SUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 SUX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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