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M3 KEN

2004 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,588 mi
Last recorded69,588 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 KEN
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 69,588 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 68,339 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 67,065 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 66,331 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 65,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 62,837 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 62,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 59,774 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 58,361 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 54,243 miles

Nearside Front TYRE CRACKING

Nearside Rear TYRE CRACKING

Offside Front TYRE CRACKING

Offside Rear TYRE CRACKING

Pass 25 Jul 2014 51,974 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,400 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 46,363 miles

Service overdue

Slight movement in front wishbone rear bushes

Small flat spot in rear inner wheel rims

Pass 25 Jul 2011 44,716 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 43,380 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 43,305 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 42,162 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 37,259 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 31,954 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Alpina?

Based on 29,169 MOT tests across 2,395 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
4,292
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 568
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 226
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M3 KEN is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,550 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Alpina fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M3 KEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Alpina typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M3 KEN?

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What year was M3 KEN registered?

M3 KEN is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is M3 KEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 KEN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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