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3 CEP

2004 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,225 mi
Last recorded48,225 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 CEP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2024 48,225 miles

front tyres wearing edges

Pass 16 Nov 2023 48,040 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 47,613 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 47,359 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 46,527 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 45,585 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 44,323 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 43,543 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 43,048 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 42,239 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 37,598 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 34,108 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 31,690 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,283 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 23,422 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 13,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 7,420 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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3 CEP is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 3 CEP, 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 3 CEP?

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What year was 3 CEP registered?

3 CEP is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is 3 CEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 CEP shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 3 CEP have outstanding finance?

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