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VU04 EZE

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,199 mi
Last recorded94,199 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 EZE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 94,199 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 89,427 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 89,427 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 84,105 miles

both front to rear metal brake pipes above tank corroded

n/s/r tyre outer edge wearing low

Pass 30 Sep 2013 75,329 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 65,495 miles

o/s front tyre starting to get low on outer edge

Pass 7 Sep 2011 61,905 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 54,702 miles

rear exhaust clamps brokeb

Pass 4 Dec 2009 49,816 miles

225/40/zr19 continental

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

strong advisory that the nearside front tyre side wall is damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2008 39,432 miles

Rear diff oil seal leaking

Rear exhaust joint in poor condition

Pass 8 Dec 2007 32,826 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 24,739 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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VU04 EZE is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VU04 EZE, 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 VU04 EZE registered?

VU04 EZE is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is VU04 EZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 EZE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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