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AR04 RAM

2004 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122,463 mi
Last recorded122,463 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 RAM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 122,463 miles

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 113,506 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 113,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 108,026 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 103,574 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 97,934 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 97,934 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 94,655 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 91,353 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 86,608 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 84,758 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 80,910 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2011 71,703 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 62,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 51,892 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 38,877 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 28,048 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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AR04 RAM is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AR04 RAM, 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 AR04 RAM?

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What year was AR04 RAM registered?

AR04 RAM is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is AR04 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 RAM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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