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AE54 VDY

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,090 mi
Last recorded121,090 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 VDY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 121,090 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 120,930 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 117,910 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 117,910 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 111,011 miles

Nearside Front 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 27 Sep 2018 111,011 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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 12 Jul 2017 102,038 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 102,038 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 96,095 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 87,759 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 141,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 74,721 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 66,838 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2011 61,906 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 61,906 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 61,470 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 53,756 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 38,726 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 28,184 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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AE54 VDY is a 2004 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 82,072 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE54 VDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE54 VDY?

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What year was AE54 VDY registered?

AE54 VDY is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 10 December 2004.

Is AE54 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 VDY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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