2004 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · WN04 AWV
2004 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 81,193 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,193 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN04 AWV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 81,193 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN04 AWV 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 (WN04 AWV) between May 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 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: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
WN04 AWV Mileage History
- 28/05/202475,655 mi
- 28/05/202475,655 mi
- 30/05/202579,212 mi+3,557 mi
- 27/04/202681,192 mi+1,980 mi
- 28/04/202681,193 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,890 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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