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TS54 LEE

2004 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,567 mi
Last recorded68,567 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTS54 LEE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 68,567 miles

Front Coolant leak Slight ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 67,860 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 66,995 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 66,995 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 66,065 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 60,524 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 55,370 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 54,828 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 54,115 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 53,370 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 52,560 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 50,890 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 48,107 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 48,040 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,950 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2013 41,181 miles

n/s/r child seat base fitted not allowing full inpection of seatbelt

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Mar 2012 37,503 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 32,724 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,947 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2009 28,620 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 28,620 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,117 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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TS54 LEE is a 2004 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 69,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TS54 LEE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TS54 LEE?

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What year was TS54 LEE registered?

TS54 LEE is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is TS54 LEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for TS54 LEE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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