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RC04 BMW

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

85,074 mi
Last recorded85,074 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC04 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 85,074 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 83,934 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 82,882 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 80,896 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 78,492 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 75,204 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 69,713 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 64,255 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 59,359 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2014 59,359 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 54,191 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet top deep scratch marks

slight diff oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2012 41,433 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 41,155 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 40,157 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,721 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 21,672 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 11,689 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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RC04 BMW is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RC04 BMW, 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 RC04 BMW registered?

RC04 BMW is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is RC04 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC04 BMW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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