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RK04 VGT

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,174 mi
Last recorded94,174 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 VGT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 94,174 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 93,108 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 88,201 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 81,441 miles

tyre run flat light on

Fail 9 Nov 2012 67,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake pipe corroded

toped up brake resevoir

Pass 9 Nov 2012 67,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pipe corroded

toped up brake resevoir

Pass 5 Nov 2011 61,374 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)

Offside Front 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 15 Nov 2010 55,008 miles

o/s/f indicator lens condensated

Fail 13 Nov 2010 54,979 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s/r brake disc corroded

o/s/f indicator lens condensated

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2009 45,002 miles

Inner rear brake pads worn to approx,2 to 3mm.

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 7 Nov 2009 44,743 miles

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

Inner rear brake pads worn to approx,2 to 3mm.

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 34,181 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 30,019 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 17,399 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 15,531 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 15,530 miles

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

offside and nearside rear tyre low

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 VGT is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VGT, 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 VGT registered?

RK04 VGT is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is RK04 VGT safe to buy?

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