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RF54 VEH

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,179 mi
Last recorded20,179 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VEH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 20,179 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 20,007 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 19,714 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,090 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 17,962 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 17,683 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 17,569 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,205 miles

damp mark on offside front brake caliper

Pass 7 Oct 2010 16,323 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 16,074 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,566 miles

rear diff pinion oil seal leaking

Fail 2 Sep 2008 14,566 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear diff pinion oil seal leaking

Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,103 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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RF54 VEH is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RF54 VEH, 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 RF54 VEH registered?

RF54 VEH is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is RF54 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF54 VEH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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