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SD54 LHG

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,603 mi
Last recorded85,603 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 LHG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 85,603 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 82,588 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 77,611 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 77,611 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,644 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pass on lock up

sill covers/undertray fitted

surface rust underside

Fail 17 Apr 2018 76,644 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

brake pass on lock up

sill covers/undertray fitted

surface rust underside

Pass 13 Apr 2017 73,325 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 69,982 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 66,520 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 59,956 miles

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

near side rear brake pipes undersealed at time of test

Pass 15 Apr 2013 50,973 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 11 Apr 2012 44,063 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,998 miles

exhaust clamps on rear box split.

o/s/r lower suspenion ball joint slight play.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 34,851 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 29,018 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,088 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 21,088 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 13,691 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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SD54 LHG is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SD54 LHG, 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 SD54 LHG registered?

SD54 LHG is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is SD54 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD54 LHG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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