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M3 DCF

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

134,567 mi
Last recorded134,567 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 DCF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 134,567 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 134,073 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 133,498 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 128,443 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 128,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

brake pad warning light on

traction control light on

Pass 19 Oct 2016 127,019 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 124,075 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 119,610 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 116,831 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 112,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2011 98,322 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 78,543 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 57,323 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 49,109 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 33,601 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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M3 DCF is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DCF, 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 M3 DCF registered?

M3 DCF is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is M3 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 DCF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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