2004 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · 313 D
2004 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 68,888 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,888 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
313 D Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 68,888 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
313 D MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW M3 (313 D) between September 2007 and August 2025.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (23 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 52 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
313 D Mileage History
- 17/09/200724,886 mi
- 18/09/200830,694 mi+5,808 mi
- 31/12/200936,243 mi+5,549 mi
- 07/01/201140,996 mi+4,753 mi
- 07/01/201140,996 mi
- 10/02/201243,955 mi+2,959 mi
- 10/02/201243,995 mi+40 mi
- 12/03/201345,482 mi+1,487 mi
- 17/03/201448,061 mi+2,579 mi
- 31/03/201549,984 mi+1,923 mi
- 01/04/201549,991 mi+7 mi
- 15/12/201550,506 mi+515 mi
- 14/09/201652,122 mi+1,616 mi
- 13/09/201757,385 mi+5,263 mi
- 20/09/201757,572 mi+187 mi
- 22/11/201861,965 mi+4,393 mi
- 26/11/201861,965 mi
- 05/11/201963,356 mi+1,391 mi
- 13/11/201963,356 mi
- 20/11/202064,161 mi+805 mi
- 23/11/202166,616 mi+2,455 mi
- 30/01/202368,455 mi+1,839 mi
- 02/02/202368,455 mi
- 17/05/202468,560 mi+105 mi
- 13/08/202568,888 mi+328 mi
Average of roughly 2,457 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)(Serious)
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor Cracking(Serious)
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)Serious
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor CrackingSerious
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing WearSerious
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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