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OX04 EEM

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,551 mi
Last recorded49,551 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX04 EEM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 49,551 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 49,397 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 49,207 miles

Rear exhaust clamps broken but not insecure x2

Pass 3 May 2019 48,549 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 48,549 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 47,942 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 47,769 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 47,752 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 47,401 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,150 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 41,413 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 39,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre slight damage to inside wall

Pass 8 Sep 2011 34,409 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 32,202 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 32,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 29,462 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 25,965 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,781 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 21,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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OX04 EEM is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OX04 EEM, 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 OX04 EEM registered?

OX04 EEM is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is OX04 EEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX04 EEM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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