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AK54 OOF

2004 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,826 mi
Last recorded121,826 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 OOF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 121,826 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 112,125 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 109,111 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 19 Jun 2014 105,751 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 98,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 98,778 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 90,722 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 90,722 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 85,648 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 85,648 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,126 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2009 71,564 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 71,564 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 60,912 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 50,861 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 50,845 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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AK54 OOF is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK54 OOF, 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 AK54 OOF registered?

AK54 OOF is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is AK54 OOF safe to buy?

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