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M33 RPT

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,058 mi
Last recorded88,058 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 RPT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 88,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 87,699 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 86,797 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 86,595 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 86,176 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 82,738 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 81,951 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 79,994 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 22 Mar 2018 78,577 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pipes are corroded

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 26 Feb 2018 78,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Both rear upper suspension ball joints have slight play

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pipes are corroded

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 7 Mar 2017 75,339 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 6 Mar 2017 75,339 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 9 Mar 2016 69,378 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Slight play in inner steering rack joints

Under trays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 7 Mar 2016 69,378 miles

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

Both front tyres are low of tread a be worn on edges

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s/r tyre is worn on inner edge

Slight play in inner steering rack joints

Under trays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 5 Jan 2009 38,614 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 32,506 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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M33 RPT is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M33 RPT, 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 M33 RPT registered?

M33 RPT is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is M33 RPT safe to buy?

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