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RY53 VWW

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

95,226 mi
Last recorded95,226 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 VWW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 95,226 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 94,247 miles

all tyres just legal

Pass 5 Jun 2017 92,434 miles

Nearside side repeater fading

corrosion on rear of both main front to rear brake pipes borderline

Pass 6 Jun 2016 90,534 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar link boot borderline

Offside Front brake hose perishing

Pass 28 Apr 2015 88,535 miles

colour o/s/f side repeator

corrosion and wear both rear brake disc's

corrosion rear part of both main brake pipes

o/s/f brake hose perishing

Pass 22 May 2014 86,862 miles

colour of both front side repeaters

corrosion on exhaust joints and clamps

corrosion rear part of both main brake pipes to flexi hoses

Fail 22 May 2013 85,437 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

corrosion rear part of both main brake pipes

Pass 22 May 2013 85,437 miles

corrosion rear part of both main brake pipes

Pass 27 Apr 2012 83,928 miles

all tyres

Pass 24 Mar 2011 81,760 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 76,250 miles

N/S/R TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL HAS SMALL CUT.NOT EXPOSING CORDS

Pass 9 Apr 2009 68,279 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 61,689 miles

both front tyres worn inner and outer edges and in poor condition.

Pass 24 May 2007 46,365 miles

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)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 33,387 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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RY53 VWW is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RY53 VWW, 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 RY53 VWW registered?

RY53 VWW is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is RY53 VWW safe to buy?

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