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WA53 WPO

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

113,714 mi
Last recorded113,714 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 WPO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 113,714 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 112,394 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 110,271 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 110,244 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 109,966 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 109,718 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 109,711 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

brake warning light on , pads all ok

tyre presser light on

Pass 12 Nov 2020 107,839 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake pipes both sides at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 106,785 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2018 106,337 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 103,934 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 96,769 miles

Engine covers and Under trays fitted obscuring the view of some testable items

Pass 5 Mar 2015 91,481 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 85,835 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 82,996 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 78,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2011 72,864 miles

track rod ends heated, no sign of damage

Fail 1 Jul 2011 72,633 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

bolt missing from front exhaust flange

track rod ends heated, no sign of damage

Pass 6 Feb 2010 65,216 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 59,625 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 52,533 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 52,533 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 39,111 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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WA53 WPO is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WA53 WPO, 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 WA53 WPO?

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What year was WA53 WPO registered?

WA53 WPO is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is WA53 WPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 WPO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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