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LS54 KPV

2004 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,150 mi
Last recorded127,150 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 3 Series89,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 KPV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 127,150 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Aug 2016 142,582 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 138,000 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 137,766 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 137,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 127,791 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 127,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 115,986 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 92,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 87,641 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2009 87,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 71,818 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 61,451 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 10 Sep 2007 56,420 miles

o/s/f under wing trims damaged and have been rubbing on wheel

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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LS54 KPV is a 2004 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LS54 KPV, 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 LS54 KPV registered?

LS54 KPV is a 2004 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is LS54 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS54 KPV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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