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GX54 SZG

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,921 mi
Last recorded126,921 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 SZG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 126,921 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 126,921 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 126,683 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 126,678 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 121,718 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 108,096 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 98,298 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 90,943 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 86,596 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 67,346 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 59,794 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 54,902 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 47,214 miles

front brake discs slightly worn/ridged

Fail 1 Mar 2011 47,213 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake discs slightly worn/ridged

nearside rear brake hose retaining bracket adrift

Pass 8 Mar 2010 41,647 miles

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 33,510 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 33,127 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,270 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 22,745 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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GX54 SZG is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GX54 SZG, 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 GX54 SZG?

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What year was GX54 SZG registered?

GX54 SZG is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is GX54 SZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX54 SZG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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