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YS04 YRF

2004 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

7,385 mi
Last recorded7,385 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS04 YRF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 7,385 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 7,384 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 7,299 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 7,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 7,299 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 7,297 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 7,296 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 7,296 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 7,286 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 7,286 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 7,282 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 7,282 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,274 miles

rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,205 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 6,753 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 6,029 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,524 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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YS04 YRF is a 2004 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YS04 YRF, 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 YS04 YRF?

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What year was YS04 YRF registered?

YS04 YRF is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is YS04 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS04 YRF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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