2004 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · 99 BG
2004 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 133,881 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,881 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
99 BG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 133,881 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
99 BG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (99 BG) between March 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
99 BG Mileage History
- 14/03/2024129,890 mi
- 27/03/2024129,932 mi+42 mi
- 09/06/2025131,537 mi+1,605 mi
- 09/06/2025131,537 mi
- 03/06/2026133,881 mi+2,344 mi
Average of roughly 1,798 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E46)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (99B Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as 99BG.
FERRARI
812 SUPERFAST S-A
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER SPORT SE PHEV AUTO
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
JAGUAR
XJ
MERCEDES-BENZ
SLK
MITSUBISHI
OUTLANDER
FORD
TRANSIT CUST320MS-RT EBL AWD A
FIAT
500
PORSCHE
911 CARRERA 4S S-A
JAGUAR
I-PACE
TOYOTA
YARIS
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
BMW 3 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2004 model year cars.
- Cooling System OverhaulSerious
Expansion tanks, radiators, thermostats, and plastic-impeller-era water pumps fail with age. One overheating event can ruin the alloy straight-six.
- VANOS Seal WearModerate
The VANOS seals harden with age, flattening low-end torque and making the engine feel lethargic or uneven through the mid-range.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.