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RK04 TKX

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,122 mi
Last recorded130,122 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 TKX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 130,122 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 128,448 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 119,583 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 119,583 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 110,789 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 96,117 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 90,249 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)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 90,249 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 83,006 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 75,208 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 67,263 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 54,698 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 54,693 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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RK04 TKX is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RK04 TKX, 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 RK04 TKX registered?

RK04 TKX is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is RK04 TKX safe to buy?

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