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LR54 XEM

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,665 mi
Last recorded97,665 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 XEM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 97,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 96,805 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 96,202 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 94,461 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 86,568 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 81,010 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 76,030 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 72,359 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 65,049 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 60,839 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 54,073 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 46,638 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 46,637 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 42,304 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 38,563 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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LR54 XEM is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 LR54 XEM, 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 LR54 XEM?

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What year was LR54 XEM registered?

LR54 XEM is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is LR54 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR54 XEM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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