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W8 GPM

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,231 mi
Last recorded98,231 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 GPM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 98,231 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 97,675 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 97,623 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 97,618 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 97,612 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 97,585 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 97,580 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 97,295 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 97,259 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 95,496 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 93,554 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 90,183 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 86,720 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 86,711 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 82,027 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 29 Aug 2011 77,758 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear exhuast clamp broken

Pass 30 Aug 2010 65,926 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 50,620 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 42,307 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 33,354 miles

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)

all 4 tyres on 3mm

front tyres cracking between tyre tread

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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W8 GPM 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 90%.

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 W8 GPM, 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 W8 GPM registered?

W8 GPM is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is W8 GPM safe to buy?

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