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RF04 XDV

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,237 mi
Last recorded30,237 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 XDV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 30,237 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 30,216 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 30,177 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 30,069 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 30,066 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 30,058 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 30,050 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 30,025 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 29,573 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 29,449 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 29,061 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 29,061 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 28,467 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 24,311 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 22,892 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 18,418 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)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 17,371 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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RF04 XDV 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 RF04 XDV, 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 RF04 XDV?

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What year was RF04 XDV registered?

RF04 XDV is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is RF04 XDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF04 XDV 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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