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AF04 GVZ

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,845 mi
Last recorded121,845 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 GVZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 121,845 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 118,274 miles

Central Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 118,218 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid possibly frozen (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 114,205 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

undertray fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2015 111,084 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 105,927 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 69,302 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 69,159 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 57,868 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 45,361 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 33,937 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 33,937 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 21,853 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 21,850 miles

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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AF04 GVZ is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue 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 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 AF04 GVZ, 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

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What year was AF04 GVZ registered?

AF04 GVZ is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is AF04 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 GVZ 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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