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A9 MNB

2004 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

121,211 mi
Last recorded121,211 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 MNB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 121,211 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 116,976 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 112,530 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 111,079 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 109,662 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 107,471 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 103,606 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 100,754 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 96,899 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 94,619 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 90,219 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 84,597 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 71,446 miles

Both front tyres beginning to crack in the treads and wearing on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 60,348 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 60,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 51,225 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2010 51,224 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,940 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 37,063 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 28,971 miles

offside rear tyre just legal 1.8mm,advise to change

rear inner brake pads getting low

Pass 30 Nov 2006 20,469 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A9 MNB is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 89,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 MNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 MNB?

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What year was A9 MNB registered?

A9 MNB is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is A9 MNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 MNB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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