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AP04 UNL

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

127,016 mi
Last recorded127,016 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 UNL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 127,016 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 119,440 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also both tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 110,729 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 99,497 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 99,497 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both n/s & o/s. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 90,949 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chiped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 90,489 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chiped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

tyre warning light on dash

Pass 9 Nov 2020 84,604 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2020 84,604 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 75,917 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 64,872 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 64,872 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 54,114 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill covers and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 2 Dec 2016 48,320 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill covers and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 2 Nov 2015 45,171 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill covers ,engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 2 Nov 2015 45,169 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill covers ,engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2014 41,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front propshaft rear u/j excessively worn

sill covers,engine covers and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 9 Sep 2013 38,525 miles

sill covers and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 8 Oct 2012

side skirts preventing full inspection

Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,056 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,364 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 26,348 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 22,811 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,238 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 18,474 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 18,474 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AP04 UNL is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP04 UNL, 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.

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What year was AP04 UNL registered?

AP04 UNL is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 July 2004.

Is AP04 UNL safe to buy?

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