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AF04 HCV

2004 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,438 mi
Last recorded129,438 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 HCV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 129,438 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 118,366 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 118,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 107,731 miles

small cut rubbing strip nearside front tyre (not to cords)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 107,731 miles

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

small cut rubbing strip nearside front tyre (not to cords)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 93,853 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

nearside front tyre small cuts to rubbing strip

Pass 10 Feb 2011 93,853 miles

nearside front tyre small cuts to rubbing strip

Pass 10 Feb 2010 83,664 miles

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

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

Propshaft component defective

advise incorrect tax disc in windsreen

nearside front tyre has a cut on inner sidewall

Pass 10 Feb 2009 73,352 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 64,857 miles

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

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

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

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

both offside tyre outer sidewalls damaged

engine undertray fitted

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2007 59,961 miles

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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AF04 HCV is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF04 HCV, 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 AF04 HCV?

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What year was AF04 HCV registered?

AF04 HCV is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 June 2004.

Is AF04 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 HCV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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