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2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · RY04 KHE

RY04 KHE

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 53,358 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2004 · Reading
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 23 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
53,358 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
1995cc
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RY04 KHE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
  • 53,358 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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RY04 KHE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 06:49
MOT Analysis

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 (RY04 KHE) between October 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

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RY04 KHE Mileage History

  1. 10/10/202247,951 mi
  2. 25/06/202450,677 mi+2,726 mi
  3. 06/06/202551,985 mi+1,308 mi
  4. 06/06/202551,985 mi
  5. 27/05/202653,358 mi+1,373 mi

Average of roughly 1,491 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
No outstanding recalls
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