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AK54 THN

2004 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,080 mi
Last recorded159,080 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 THN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 159,080 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 137,025 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 116,260 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 116,260 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 94,047 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 76,651 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 62,158 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 44,733 miles

both rear tyres worn in side edge

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 THN is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK54 THN, 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 AK54 THN?

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What year was AK54 THN registered?

AK54 THN is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is AK54 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 THN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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