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SG04 VZN

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

113,390 mi
Last recorded113,390 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG04 VZN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 113,390 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 111,943 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 110,186 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 109,868 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 108,074 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 105,504 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust corroding

Pass 12 Oct 2019 104,505 miles

rear exhaust flanges corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2018 103,241 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 100,981 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 98,331 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 98,331 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 92,722 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 90,905 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 83,524 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyre treads getting low

Pass 9 Oct 2012 71,203 miles

nearside front tyre has a minor cut on sidewall.

rear differential has a slight oil leak.

Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,155 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 50,705 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 43,544 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 35,535 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 28,721 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,067 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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SG04 VZN is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SG04 VZN, 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 SG04 VZN registered?

SG04 VZN is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 7 June 2004.

Is SG04 VZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG04 VZN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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