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V29 CSL

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,509 mi
Last recorded16,509 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV29 CSL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 16,509 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 16,409 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 16,064 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 16,030 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 15,357 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,858 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,444 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

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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V29 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V29 CSL, 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 V29 CSL registered?

V29 CSL is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 2 February 2004.

Is V29 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V29 CSL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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