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M80 CSL

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,954 mi
Last recorded18,954 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM80 CSL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 18,954 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 18,898 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 18,870 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust clamp broken one side but not blowing

Pass 17 Nov 2018 18,851 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 18,815 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 18,767 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 18,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 18,576 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 18,072 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 17,901 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 16,486 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 14,866 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 14,026 miles

Nearside front worn on inside edge

Pass 28 Apr 2009 12,917 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 12,882 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

both front damper gaiters detatched

tread low on edges of front tyres

Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,990 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 11,094 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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M80 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 M80 CSL, 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.

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What year was M80 CSL registered?

M80 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is M80 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M80 CSL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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