2004 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · WL04 EKT

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 7 April 2026 at 23,377 miles passed with no defects or advisories. This streak of clean results across the last five annual tests indicates that the vehicle has remained in a good mechanical state and has not suffered from the progressive structural failures often seen in cars of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 1,063 miles per year. Between June 2022 at 21,888 miles and April 2026 at 23,377 miles, the car covered only 1,489 miles. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can lead to specific issues associated with stationary vehicles. The data shows a clean, linear history suggesting the vehicle has not been subjected to stress from rapid mileage accumulation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by age and inactivity rather than mileage-related wear. Check rubber elements such as suspension bushes, coil boots, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, which occurs frequently when cars sit idle. Inspect the brake system for caliper seizing or surface corrosion, as low use can cause discs to pit. Despite the clean MOT record, verify the structural integrity of the sills and sub mounting points to ensure that hidden corrosion has not developed during the periods of low use.