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PK04 HTU

2004 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

84,619 mi
Last recorded84,619 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK04 HTU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 84,619 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 83,447 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 82,753 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 82,171 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 81,900 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 81,308 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 81,160 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 81,128 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 79,800 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 72,321 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 67,060 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 67,051 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 67,043 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 65,171 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 65,149 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,348 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 56,483 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 50,882 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 49,316 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 36,191 miles

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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PK04 HTU is a 2004 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PK04 HTU, 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 PK04 HTU?

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What year was PK04 HTU registered?

PK04 HTU is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is PK04 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK04 HTU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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