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MC04 ZXM

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,145 mi
Last recorded50,145 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 ZXM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 50,145 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 46,805 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 41,619 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 41,619 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Stub axle distorted (2.5.A.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 38,135 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,533 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 27,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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MC04 ZXM is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MC04 ZXM, 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 MC04 ZXM registered?

MC04 ZXM is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is MC04 ZXM safe to buy?

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