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MR04 CSL

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

69,495 mi
Last recorded69,495 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR04 CSL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 69,495 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 69,396 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 66,540 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 63,332 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 62,950 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cut and splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 62,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 62,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 61,669 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 60,030 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 59,063 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 58,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2012 58,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

section of rear exhaust box clamp to center pipe missing

Pass 25 May 2011 58,287 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel cap seal is slightly perished

Pass 10 Jun 2010 54,332 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 48,460 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 41,593 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2008 41,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 32,862 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 32,862 miles

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

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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MR04 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MR04 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MR04 CSL?

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What year was MR04 CSL registered?

MR04 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is MR04 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR04 CSL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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