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FM53 JNL

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,881 mi
Last recorded33,881 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 JNL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2022 33,881 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 33,772 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 32,928 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 32,868 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 32,465 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,212 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 31,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres cracking

front brake discs pitted/corroded

fuel cap seal perishing

nail in n/s/r tyre tread

rear exhaust clamps are corroded/split

Pass 30 Dec 2011 30,736 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 29,115 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 27,387 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 24,644 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 22,159 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 18,203 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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FM53 JNL is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM53 JNL, 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 FM53 JNL?

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What year was FM53 JNL registered?

FM53 JNL is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is FM53 JNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 JNL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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