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LV04 XPW

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,302 mi
Last recorded65,302 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 XPW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 65,302 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 65,300 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 52,984 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 41,377 miles

unable to suspension brake , fuel pipes parts of exhaust as covers fitted

Pass 26 May 2010 40,615 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 36,845 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 32,885 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,630 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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LV04 XPW is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LV04 XPW, 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 LV04 XPW?

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What year was LV04 XPW registered?

LV04 XPW is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is LV04 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV04 XPW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV04 XPW have outstanding finance?

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