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M3 SCX

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

119,475 mi
Last recorded119,475 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 119,475 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 119,468 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 119,220 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 116,940 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 114,026 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 112,363 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 109,499 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 106,989 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 103,155 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 100,300 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 95,415 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 92,781 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 87,102 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 72,301 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 50,067 miles

Both front tyres wearing out from inner sides.

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 41,048 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 41,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 30,871 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 24,678 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 SCX is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SCX, 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 SCX?

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What year was M3 SCX registered?

M3 SCX is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is M3 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 SCX 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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