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RE04 JSY

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,837 mi
Last recorded114,837 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 JSY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 114,837 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 111,178 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2012 111,178 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 94,392 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 88,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 88,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 71,387 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Nov 2009 71,324 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 55,272 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 55,272 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 35,095 miles

rear tyres worn on inner side

Pass 22 Nov 2006 11,458 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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RE04 JSY is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE04 JSY, 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 RE04 JSY registered?

RE04 JSY is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is RE04 JSY safe to buy?

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