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HD04 EHJ

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

87,591 mi
Last recorded87,591 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD04 EHJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 87,591 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 87,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 87,359 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 87,343 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 87,317 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 87,310 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 87,154 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 86,862 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 85,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Up to 29% imbalance measured at rear (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 May 2015 82,308 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 75,212 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 66,755 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 66,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 59,467 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 May 2010 55,406 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 May 2009 43,678 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 34,813 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 28,525 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 28,199 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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HD04 EHJ is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HD04 EHJ, 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

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What year was HD04 EHJ registered?

HD04 EHJ is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is HD04 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD04 EHJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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