BN04 HYV

2004 BMW — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
BMW
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
3246 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 26 June 2012
Last recorded mileage
101,647 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 56/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Bmw has 7 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 101,647 miles. The recurring windscreen advisories and high annual usage warrant a thorough inspection.

The vehicle shows exceptionally high initial usage (101,647 miles by Feb 2007), followed by significantly lower annual mileage (e.g., 3,832 miles between Feb 2008 and Feb 2009).

Things to check

  • High mileage (101,647 miles by Feb 2007) suggests heavy use and accelerated wear.
  • Recurring windscreen advisories (Mar 2008, Feb 2009) indicate a persistent issue.
  • N54 engine reliability issues (HPFP, water pump, turbo failures) are a known high-risk for this model.
  • Timing chain and plastic guides prone to failure on N20/N54 engines are a significant long-term risk.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent MOT history with no major recurring failures, showing responsible ownership.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or suspicious mileage readings.
  • Recent MOT pass (Jun 2011) provides immediate roadworthiness assurance.
  • Euro NCAP rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a strong safety record for its era.

Mileage history

Feb 2007: 101,647 mi FAILFeb 2007: 101,647 mi PASSMar 2008: 114,176 mi PASSFeb 2009: 118,008 mi FAILFeb 2009: 118,008 mi PASSApr 2010: 121,869 mi PASSJun 2011: 125,422 mi PASS125k114k102kFeb 2007Jun 2011

MOT test history — 5/7 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2007 FAIL 101,647 mi
PRS Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Feb 2007 PASS 101,647 mi
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Mar 2008 PASS 114,176 mi None recorded
Feb 2009 FAIL 118,008 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED rear diff has slight oil leak
Feb 2009 PASS 118,008 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED rear diff has slight oil leak
Apr 2010 PASS 121,869 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
ADVISORY Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Jun 2011 PASS 125,422 mi
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED windscreen has a crack but it does not affect the drivers view of the road
USER ENTERED Oil leak

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BN04 HYV, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.