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AP04 BWJ

2004 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,127 mi
Last recorded150,127 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 BWJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 150,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 137,819 miles

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

sills and under body covered

Pass 12 May 2017 128,049 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 118,473 miles

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

steel brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 14 May 2015 106,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all rear brake pipes coated

Pass 7 May 2014 92,991 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 13 May 2013 82,397 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 82,397 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 68,139 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 57,700 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 45,470 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 33,370 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 18,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 16,157 miles

N/S/F wheel arch trim broken/missing.

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 BWJ is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Blue 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 AP04 BWJ, 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 BWJ registered?

AP04 BWJ is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 June 2004.

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The MOT history for AP04 BWJ 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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