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M300 JKR

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,454 mi
Last recorded133,454 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 JKR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 133,454 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 133,136 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 131,510 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 129,038 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 126,305 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 121,295 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 119,921 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 119,519 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 118,656 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 117,884 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 115,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 114,619 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 109,086 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 104,777 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 104,748 miles

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

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

airbag light on

rear brake discs surface rust

Pass 26 Apr 2010 93,269 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 82,112 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 82,112 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 73,784 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 61,242 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 61,242 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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M300 JKR is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M300 JKR, 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 M300 JKR registered?

M300 JKR is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is M300 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 JKR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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