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X17 URK

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,000 mi
Last recorded99,000 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX17 URK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 99,000 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 93,387 miles

Brake wear indicator illuminated!

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 84,898 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2012 84,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 79,078 miles

Front brake discs worn.

Nearside front tyre cut to inner wall.but not enough to reach the cord.

Pass 3 Jul 2010 66,232 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 64,418 miles

both rear exhaust clamps corroded.

Pass 31 Jul 2008 61,373 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 59,031 miles

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)

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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X17 URK is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X17 URK, 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 X17 URK registered?

X17 URK is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is X17 URK safe to buy?

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