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VA04 CRZ

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,973 mi
Last recorded99,973 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA04 CRZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 99,973 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 94,758 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 94,758 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 88,792 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 82,313 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 76,021 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,513 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 70,513 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 59,232 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 45,141 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 38,549 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,406 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 33,926 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 29,068 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 24,195 miles

near side repeater temporarily fixed

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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VA04 CRZ is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VA04 CRZ, 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 VA04 CRZ registered?

VA04 CRZ is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is VA04 CRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA04 CRZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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