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LR54 LUB

2004 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,209 mi
Last recorded81,209 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 LUB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 81,209 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Hand Brake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 81,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Hand Brake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 78,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 78,167 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 74,341 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 74,341 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 68,028 miles

Engine oil level low.

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Under try present ( attention is needed ). (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 66,574 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 63,793 miles

oil leak engine area

Fail 3 Sep 2016 63,793 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak engine area

Pass 16 Sep 2015 61,805 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 59,534 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 59,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 45,009 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 40,196 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 36,800 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,526 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 29,034 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 24,212 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 18,508 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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LR54 LUB is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 89,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR54 LUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR54 LUB registered?

LR54 LUB is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is LR54 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR54 LUB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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