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KU04 LSR

2004 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,271 mi
Last recorded80,271 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 LSR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 80,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 80,190 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 80,166 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 80,075 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 80,015 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 79,962 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 79,552 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 76,162 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2015 65,587 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s/front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 54,636 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 43,218 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 32,218 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 30,982 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs appear slightly scored

Fail 20 Feb 2012 30,982 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs appear slightly scored

Pass 28 Feb 2011 29,097 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 29,097 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 27,426 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 22,396 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008

n/s and o/s rear tyres showing wear on inner and outer edges

objects stuck to dash, creating a reflection on to windscreen larger than allowed obstruction in prescribed area of zone "B"

Pass 28 Feb 2007 12,993 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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KU04 LSR is a 2004 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KU04 LSR, 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 KU04 LSR registered?

KU04 LSR is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is KU04 LSR safe to buy?

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