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LS53 ZVX

2004 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,842 mi
Last recorded168,842 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 ZVX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 168,842 miles

PLASTIC OVER SILLS FITTED,UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 31 Jan 2017 159,762 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Jan 2017 159,760 miles

Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside and offside DROP-LINKS (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jan 2016 155,767 miles

OIL LEAK

REMOVED ITEM FROM DRIVERS VIEW PRIOR TO TEST BEING CARRIED OUT

SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 19 Jan 2015 150,880 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 145,456 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 145,455 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 140,088 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 140,088 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 133,423 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 124,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 113,120 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 105,972 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 95,107 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 82,510 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 82,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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LS53 ZVX is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LS53 ZVX, 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

How do I check the history of LS53 ZVX?

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What year was LS53 ZVX registered?

LS53 ZVX is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is LS53 ZVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 ZVX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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