2004 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · LB54 THN
2004 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 180,652 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,652 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LB54 THN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2025
- 180,652 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB54 THN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (LB54 THN) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
LB54 THN Mileage History
- 29/12/2023167,715 mi
- 03/01/2024167,715 mi
- 10/12/2024176,230 mi+8,515 mi
- 12/12/2025180,642 mi+4,412 mi
- 18/12/2025180,652 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 6,561 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (LB54 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as LB54THN.
HONDA
CG125
HONDA
CBR 600 F-4
HONDA
ST1300
HONDA
CBR1000RR
FIAT
500
RENAULT
CLIO
RENAULT
CLIO
RENAULT
MODUS
LAND ROVER
FREELANDER
RENAULT
LAGUNA
TOYOTA
AYGO
PEUGEOT
206
BMW 3 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2004 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.