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RNZ 101

2004 BMW M3

Grey Other 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,785 mi
Last recorded159,785 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 101
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 159,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 158,594 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 155,991 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 153,642 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 150,891 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 142,643 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 133,695 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 125,729 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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RNZ 101 is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RNZ 101, 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 RNZ 101?

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What year was RNZ 101 registered?

RNZ 101 is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is RNZ 101 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 101 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RNZ 101 have outstanding finance?

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