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M31 CPH

2004 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,703 mi
Last recorded87,703 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 CPH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 87,703 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 87,588 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 87,468 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 87,412 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 86,590 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 86,069 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 83,670 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 80,485 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear EXHAUST BOX CLAMPS RUSTED/BROKEN AS MARKED

Pass 31 Jan 2017 76,732 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 76,731 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,113 miles

Both rear exhaust flanges are cracked.

Pass 11 Feb 2015 64,873 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 10 Feb 2014 58,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 50,545 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 50,542 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front brake discs worn but not seriously weakened

Pass 15 Feb 2012 44,059 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 35,780 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,480 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 29,480 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 20,511 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,307 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 17,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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M31 CPH is a 2004 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M31 CPH, 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 M31 CPH?

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What year was M31 CPH registered?

M31 CPH is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is M31 CPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 CPH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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