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AO04 MTJ

2004 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

115,052 mi
Last recorded115,052 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 MTJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 115,052 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 104,123 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 104,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 94,546 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 89,410 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 85,600 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 76,192 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2020 76,192 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 64,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 53,468 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 52,174 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 52,174 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 48,846 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 45,200 miles

Front Non factory Xenon light kit fitted.No headlamp wash and no automatic ride height control fitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2014 42,024 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 42,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 23 Sep 2013 38,711 miles

both rear tyres inner walls splitting

n/s/f tyre slight wear inside edge and small split

o/s/f tyre inner edge slight wear

Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,295 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,685 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,470 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 21,094 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 14,581 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 10,025 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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AO04 MTJ is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AO04 MTJ, 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 AO04 MTJ registered?

AO04 MTJ is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is AO04 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO04 MTJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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