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KF54 SHJ

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

136,175 mi
Last recorded136,175 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF54 SHJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 136,175 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 136,169 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

rear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 130,446 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 123,246 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2014 123,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 116,925 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 106,668 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 91,880 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 91,880 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 72,518 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2009 72,518 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 63,460 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 48,545 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 48,545 miles

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

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

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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KF54 SHJ is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KF54 SHJ, 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 KF54 SHJ registered?

KF54 SHJ is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is KF54 SHJ safe to buy?

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