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RK54 UBJ

2004 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

105,096 mi
Last recorded105,096 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 UBJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 105,096 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 104,776 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 104,259 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 104,142 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 103,512 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 102,853 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 101,470 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 96,343 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 96,343 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 87,405 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 81,938 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 77,143 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 75,196 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 70,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 69,893 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 60,417 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 60,194 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 UBJ is a 2004 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UBJ, 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 UBJ registered?

RK54 UBJ is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is RK54 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK54 UBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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