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LK04 YJL

2004 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,812 mi
Last recorded42,812 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 YJL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 42,812 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 42,812 miles

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

Side repeater incorrect colour Both. (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 40,952 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 40,905 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 40,893 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,854 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 40,530 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 40,203 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 37,059 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 29,223 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 21,113 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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LK04 YJL is a 2004 BMW M3 in Purple with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LK04 YJL, 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 LK04 YJL?

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What year was LK04 YJL registered?

LK04 YJL is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is LK04 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK04 YJL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK04 YJL have outstanding finance?

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