BMW M32004 · 3.2L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
2004 BMW M3 — PETROL, 3246cc. This vehicle has 95,547 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: paid. Review the complete history and specs.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 3246cc
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 6/15/2026, 10:35:14 PM
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This 2004 BMW M3 (M3 PFV) has a recorded MOT history spanning from October 2022 to May 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
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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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