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AP54 AYT

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

94,547 mi
Last recorded94,547 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 AYT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 94,547 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 92,996 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 90,761 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 86,619 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 82,976 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 80,990 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 78,855 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 74,895 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 69,185 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 62,075 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 54,426 miles

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

Nearside front tyre slightly cut on outer sidewall

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 47,401 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 41,534 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 41,534 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 37,464 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 31,812 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2010 28,753 miles

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

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

both front tyres thin 2 mm

Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,241 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 20,961 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 17,944 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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AP54 AYT is a 2004 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AP54 AYT, 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 AP54 AYT registered?

AP54 AYT is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is AP54 AYT safe to buy?

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