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HJ54 OKV

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,374 mi
Last recorded87,374 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ54 OKV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 87,374 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 86,981 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 86,599 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 86,283 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 85,551 miles

Headlight washers inop

Pass 15 Oct 2019 85,172 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 84,567 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 80,237 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 73,629 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 69,065 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 69,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 61,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jan 2011 49,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jan 2011 49,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2010 42,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear number plat in poor condition

Fail 27 Jan 2010 42,633 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear number plat in poor condition

Pass 20 Sep 2008 36,065 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 26,977 miles

off side front steering rack arm has slight play

off side rear tyre on leagle limit

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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HJ54 OKV is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HJ54 OKV, 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

How do I check the history of HJ54 OKV?

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What year was HJ54 OKV registered?

HJ54 OKV is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is HJ54 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ54 OKV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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