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LE04 FLM

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

164,081 mi
Last recorded164,081 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE04 FLM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 164,081 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

tyre pressure warning light is on

Fail 3 Oct 2025 164,081 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

tyre pressure warning light is on

Pass 11 Mar 2022 161,251 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 153,609 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 150,597 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 137,312 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 122,418 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 107,413 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 107,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 91,873 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 75,954 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2015 75,954 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 58,996 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 49,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 32,842 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 29,317 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 29,317 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,864 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 24,230 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 21,576 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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LE04 FLM 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 81%.

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 LE04 FLM, 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 LE04 FLM registered?

LE04 FLM is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is LE04 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE04 FLM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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