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AP04 BWF

2004 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

161,942 mi
Last recorded161,942 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 BWF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 161,942 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 156,689 miles

NICE CAR .RS

Pass 17 Feb 2018 136,562 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 116,908 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 113,883 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 99,165 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 83,570 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 65,444 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 49,542 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 37,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 37,260 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 22,369 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 6,013 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,840 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

damage repaired in zone 'A'

Pass 25 Jun 2007 5,254 miles

Tear in side wall of N/S/R tyre, cords not quite showing

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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AP04 BWF is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AP04 BWF, 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 AP04 BWF registered?

AP04 BWF is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 June 2004.

Is AP04 BWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 BWF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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