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HG04 SKJ

2004 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

155,593 mi
Last recorded155,593 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 SKJ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 155,593 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 147,619 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 139,740 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 130,203 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 130,195 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 118,558 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 111,286 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 96,332 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 82,676 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 73,328 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 73,225 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front exhust braket broken

Pass 18 Apr 2016 66,370 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 62,232 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,073 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,232 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 51,783 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 50,022 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 47,674 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 44,323 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 44,289 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 40,677 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,468 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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HG04 SKJ is a 2004 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG04 SKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG04 SKJ?

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What year was HG04 SKJ registered?

HG04 SKJ is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 5 May 2004.

Is HG04 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG04 SKJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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