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OEZ 818

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,757 mi
Last recorded91,757 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEZ 818
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 91,757 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 91,186 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 88,516 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 88,469 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 88,080 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 88,035 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 87,998 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 85,636 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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OEZ 818 is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OEZ 818, 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 OEZ 818?

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What year was OEZ 818 registered?

OEZ 818 is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 October 2004.

Is OEZ 818 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEZ 818 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEZ 818 have outstanding finance?

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