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PX04 MZY

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,382 mi
Last recorded136,382 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX04 MZY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 136,382 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 134,603 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 131,231 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 127,964 miles

covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2022 125,726 miles

covers fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2021 122,681 miles

aftermarket suspension fitted

engine cover/undertray/sill covers

Pass 1 Apr 2019 116,152 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 107,004 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 107,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 102,256 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 102,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 97,389 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 93,157 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 91,253 miles

Both front tyres low on tread and slightly perished.

Pass 2 Jul 2012 90,196 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 88,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear diff has oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2010 87,045 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 85,658 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 78,142 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 73,957 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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PX04 MZY is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PX04 MZY, 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 PX04 MZY registered?

PX04 MZY is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 14 May 2004.

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