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M404 HBJ

1994 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,422 mi
Last recorded72,422 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1994 BMW M3105,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM404 HBJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 72,422 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 69,636 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 69,636 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 68,613 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 66,541 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 66,541 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 65,751 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 64,122 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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M404 HBJ is a 1994 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 105,277 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 M404 HBJ, 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 32 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M404 HBJ?

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What year was M404 HBJ registered?

M404 HBJ is a 1994 BMW M3, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M404 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M404 HBJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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