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VIB 7878

2004 BMW M3

Red Other 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,490 mi
Last recorded84,490 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 7878
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 84,490 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 84,007 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 83,190 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 83,181 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 81,385 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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VIB 7878 is a 2004 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 69,495 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VIB 7878, 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

How do I check the history of VIB 7878?

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What year was VIB 7878 registered?

VIB 7878 is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is VIB 7878 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 7878 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIB 7878 have outstanding finance?

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