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RX54 OFG

2004 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,858 mi
Last recorded81,858 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 OFG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 81,858 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 72,632 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 72,632 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 68,794 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 68,794 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 64,233 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Offside front 'Angel Eyes' not working

Fail 19 Dec 2013 64,233 miles

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

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Offside front 'Angel Eyes' not working

Pass 6 Dec 2012 60,608 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front side light dim

Pass 29 Dec 2011 56,249 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 52,496 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 50,269 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 49,758 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 44,888 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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RX54 OFG is a 2004 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX54 OFG, 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.

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What year was RX54 OFG registered?

RX54 OFG is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is RX54 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 OFG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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