2004 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · H11 WAG
2004 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 20 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 81,955 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,955 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H11 WAG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2026
- 81,955 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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H11 WAG 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 (H11 WAG) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
H11 WAG Mileage History
- 29/03/202279,333 mi
- 29/03/202380,268 mi+935 mi
- 19/03/202480,773 mi+505 mi
- 25/03/202581,704 mi+931 mi
- 12/03/202681,955 mi+251 mi
Average of roughly 663 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E46)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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