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RL04 EOV

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,983 mi
Last recorded96,983 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL04 EOV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 96,983 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 95,229 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 94,707 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 92,768 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 91,657 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 89,782 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 86,736 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 85,232 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Nov 2015 83,821 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 83,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 81,188 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 81,148 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 77,598 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 72,583 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 65,885 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 58,909 miles

advise manufacturers undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Apr 2010 57,141 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 52,367 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 52,260 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Advise KDS alignment check after fitting new tyres.

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 47,107 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 37,305 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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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RL04 EOV 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 RL04 EOV, 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 RL04 EOV?

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What year was RL04 EOV registered?

RL04 EOV is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is RL04 EOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL04 EOV 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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