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AF54 NTK

2004 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

139,623 mi
Last recorded139,623 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 NTK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 139,623 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 129,655 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 118,300 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 104,298 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 94,473 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 86,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 78,846 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 70,221 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 70,221 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 61,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 52,455 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both outer sill covers and undertrays fitted

both rear coil springs unable to view fully

Pass 2 Oct 2008 43,755 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 31,847 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 20,116 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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AF54 NTK is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AF54 NTK, 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

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What year was AF54 NTK registered?

AF54 NTK is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is AF54 NTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 NTK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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