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YP04 GDA

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,604 mi
Last recorded42,604 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP04 GDA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 42,604 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 42,511 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 40,287 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 40,213 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 40,037 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 40,029 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 39,882 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 39,768 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,668 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 39,294 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 38,100 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 37,656 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 36,960 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 36,122 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,806 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 32,443 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 29,481 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 22,687 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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YP04 GDA is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YP04 GDA, 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 YP04 GDA?

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What year was YP04 GDA registered?

YP04 GDA is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is YP04 GDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP04 GDA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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