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W1 PTE

2004 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,735 mi
Last recorded36,735 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW1 PTE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 36,735 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 36,656 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 36,567 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 36,463 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 36,399 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 36,346 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,207 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 34,898 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 34,454 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 33,509 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 32,145 miles

Rear slight mist of oil around diff

Pass 27 Aug 2014 30,510 miles

differential misting of oil

Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,928 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 22,270 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 22,270 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 19,920 miles

Wiper blades poor wipe. Brake fluid change due.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,170 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 16,280 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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W1 PTE is a 2004 BMW M3 in Black 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 W1 PTE, 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 W1 PTE registered?

W1 PTE is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is W1 PTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W1 PTE 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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