2004 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · SD53 AFJ
2004 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2004. Recorded mileage 94,467 miles. MOT valid until 16/03/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,467 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
SD53 AFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 94,467 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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SD53 AFJ Mileage History
- 12/02/202491,298 mi
- 15/02/202491,302 mi+4 mi
- 18/02/202592,815 mi+1,513 mi
- 20/02/202592,815 mi
- 17/03/202694,467 mi+1,652 mi
Average of roughly 1,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SD53 AFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW M3 (SD53 AFJ) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
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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