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M333 ALD

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

33,890 mi
Last recorded33,890 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM333 ALD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 33,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 32,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 31,261 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel cap seal cracking

Fail 12 Feb 2024 31,260 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 13 Feb 2023 30,542 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 30,061 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 29,924 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 29,785 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 29,635 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 29,206 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 29,068 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 28,544 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 28,280 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 27,617 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 25,203 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 23,850 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 22,100 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 20,876 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 15,214 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 15,199 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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M333 ALD is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M333 ALD, 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 M333 ALD registered?

M333 ALD is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is M333 ALD safe to buy?

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