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VE04 VHH

2004 BMW M3

Green Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

94,103 mi
Last recorded94,103 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 VHH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 94,103 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 93,804 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 93,256 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 93,136 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 93,086 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 92,906 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 92,836 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 92,424 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 86,636 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 83,077 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 83,077 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 74,911 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 74,885 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Bonnet gas struts weak

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

No pump or tyre repair kit in loading bay

O/s front indicator reflector poor condition

Pass 4 Mar 2013 66,708 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs worn/lipped.

both front tyes worn on shoulders.

tpms and air bag warning lamps on.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 53,795 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 36,903 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 25,107 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 25,058 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

airbag warning lamp is on

bolt missing from subframe

Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,448 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 18,020 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 VHH is a 2004 BMW M3 in Green with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VHH, 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 VHH registered?

VE04 VHH is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is VE04 VHH safe to buy?

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