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X88 DPB

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,180 mi
Last recorded102,180 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 DPB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 102,180 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 97,918 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 90,398 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 90,398 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 80,537 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 77,349 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 72,820 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 67,876 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2011 64,083 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2011 64,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

cut on nearside front tyre tread not deep enough to reach cords or ply

cut on nearside rear tyre tread not deep enough to reach cords or ply

cut on offside front not deep enough to reach cords or ply

rear tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 29 Sep 2010 59,404 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 54,948 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 51,146 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 48,499 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 39,833 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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X88 DPB is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X88 DPB, 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 X88 DPB registered?

X88 DPB is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is X88 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X88 DPB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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