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RK54 TKV

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,019 mi
Last recorded86,019 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 TKV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 86,019 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 85,292 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 84,106 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 83,539 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 82,867 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 82,474 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 81,455 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 80,286 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

fuel filler cap seal starting to crack

Fail 2 Oct 2017 80,286 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

fuel filler cap seal starting to crack

Pass 7 Oct 2016 77,566 miles

Rear Tyre Valve's Perishing

Pass 1 Aug 2015 70,752 miles

Front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 7 Aug 2014 62,508 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 57,714 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 57,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 51,724 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 47,264 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 42,894 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 38,468 miles

cuts in n/s/f tyre protector

rear exhaust clamps cracked

Fail 26 Oct 2009 38,468 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

cuts in n/s/f tyre protector

front brake discs worn check thickness before fitting pads

rear exhaust clamps cracked

Pass 23 Sep 2008 33,970 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 29,911 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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RK54 TKV is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RK54 TKV, 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 RK54 TKV registered?

RK54 TKV is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is RK54 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK54 TKV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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