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VU04 FCD

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

162,502 mi
Last recorded162,502 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 FCD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 162,502 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 161,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 158,550 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 157,034 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 156,132 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 150,737 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2018 145,124 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 137,332 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 128,742 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 121,360 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 115,175 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 104,173 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 92,241 miles

both front tyres and both rear tyres worn on edges

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 23 Aug 2011 82,896 miles

both front and both rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

front and rear brake pads low

front brake discs slightly worn

n/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 25 Aug 2010 73,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r disc slightly pitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2009 62,243 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 52,370 miles

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

offside tyre sidewall cut

Pass 19 Jun 2008 51,815 miles

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

o/s/r tyre wall slight damage and advise to change

Fail 19 Jun 2008 51,815 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

o/s/r tyre wall slight damage and advise to change

Pass 11 Jan 2007 42,671 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 FCD is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FCD, 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 FCD registered?

VU04 FCD is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is VU04 FCD safe to buy?

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