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VE04 LTZ

2004 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,791 mi
Last recorded90,791 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 LTZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 90,791 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 87,366 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 83,243 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 78,316 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under vehicle covers fitted

warning lamps on on dash 1.tyre lamp 2 brake lamp

Pass 20 Jan 2017 74,046 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded all..... can not fully see rear coils (2.4.C.1b)

under shield fitted

wiper blades worn

Fail 20 Jan 2017 74,046 miles

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

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner walls (4.1.D.1b)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded all..... can not fully see rear coils (2.4.C.1b)

under shield fitted

wiper blades worn

Pass 22 Jan 2016 67,142 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at limmet (4.1.E.1)

can not fully see rear brake discs or pads

can not fully see rear coil springs

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust joint bracket is broken bot secure

plastic covers fitted in engine bay

plastic covers fitted under car

Fail 22 Jan 2016 67,142 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at limmet (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

can not fully see rear brake discs or pads

can not fully see rear coil springs

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust joint bracket is broken bot secure

plastic covers fitted in engine bay

plastic covers fitted under car

Pass 22 Jan 2015 59,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jan 2015 59,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 53,982 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 51,772 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 45,413 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 29,878 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 13,487 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 12,621 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 6,064 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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VE04 LTZ is a 2004 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VE04 LTZ, 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 VE04 LTZ registered?

VE04 LTZ is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is VE04 LTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE04 LTZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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