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RX53 KTU

2004 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

137,924 mi
Last recorded137,924 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 KTU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 137,924 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 137,760 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 137,157 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 134,923 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 130,858 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 126,205 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 117,880 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 108,751 miles

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Feb 2016 108,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

o/s front tyre has slight cracking around inner sidewall

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2015 101,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 94,063 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2013 87,054 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2012 80,905 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,661 miles

brake discs worn front

rear brake discs worn

Pass 6 Jan 2010 65,779 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 59,046 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 59,046 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 52,363 miles

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)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 43,133 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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RX53 KTU is a 2004 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RX53 KTU, 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 RX53 KTU?

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What year was RX53 KTU registered?

RX53 KTU is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is RX53 KTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 KTU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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