2004 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · MM04 RHA
2004 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 18/06/2004. Recorded mileage 74,900 miles. MOT valid until 04/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 3246cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
MM04 RHA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 74,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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.
MM04 RHA Mileage History
- 03/11/202272,444 mi
- 08/11/202272,449 mi+5 mi
- 17/01/202473,804 mi+1,355 mi
- 05/12/202574,900 mi+1,096 mi
Average of roughly 795 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
MM04 RHA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW M3 (MM04 RHA) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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