2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · A7 GJU
2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 137,308 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,308 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A7 GJU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 137,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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A7 GJU 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 (A7 GJU) between May 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
In total 2 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.
A7 GJU Mileage History
- 03/05/2022132,074 mi
- 28/04/2023132,864 mi+790 mi
- 30/04/2024133,942 mi+1,078 mi
- 22/04/2025135,369 mi+1,427 mi
- 23/04/2026137,308 mi+1,939 mi
Average of roughly 1,317 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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