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M3 BPU

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,878 mi
Last recorded85,878 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 BPU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 85,878 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 54,799 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 22,177 miles

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

offside front tyre has a shallow split in the sidewall

Pass 15 Oct 2011 21,842 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,740 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 20,579 miles

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

near side rear tyre has a cut on side wall

Pass 9 Jul 2009 19,123 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 17,478 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 17,478 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)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 16,961 miles

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

o/s frount tyre wall damage

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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M3 BPU is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M3 BPU, 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 M3 BPU?

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What year was M3 BPU registered?

M3 BPU is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is M3 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 BPU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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