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RJ04 LYF

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,326 mi
Last recorded154,326 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ04 LYF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 154,326 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 159,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency requirements only just met.

Pass 19 Aug 2022 149,859 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 144,613 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Jul 2021 144,613 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 140,723 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 134,108 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 128,881 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jun 2016 127,327 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 123,106 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 117,192 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 106,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2013 106,860 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 91,425 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 76,220 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 64,593 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 50,131 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 38,123 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 30,878 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 30,878 miles

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

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

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

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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RJ04 LYF is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 69,495 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RJ04 LYF, 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 RJ04 LYF?

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What year was RJ04 LYF registered?

RJ04 LYF is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is RJ04 LYF safe to buy?

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