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RA54 WXK

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,679 mi
Last recorded128,679 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 WXK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 128,679 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 122,700 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2016 122,700 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 109,949 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 105,788 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 105,788 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Off side front tyre slightly damaged

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side front tyre worn out ( inner)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 99,771 miles

advise n/s/f inner steering arm has slight play

advise n/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 24 Nov 2011 89,758 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 75,608 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 65,903 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 52,200 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 47,288 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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RA54 WXK is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RA54 WXK, 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 RA54 WXK registered?

RA54 WXK is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 9 December 2004.

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