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AVI 1048

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,535 mi
Last recorded103,535 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVI 1048
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 103,535 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 101,281 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 100,005 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 97,841 miles

exhaust clamps splitting but still secure.

Pass 10 Dec 2021 96,125 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sevral Exhaust Clamps Badly Corroded.

Fail 8 Dec 2021 96,111 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sevral Exhaust Clamps Badly Corroded.

Pass 9 Dec 2020 93,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust clamps broken

Pass 10 Apr 2019 89,931 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 87,261 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 83,846 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 79,267 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 73,025 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 69,166 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,692 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 58,321 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 52,183 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 52,183 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 45,687 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 38,107 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 29,163 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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AVI 1048 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 90%.

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 AVI 1048, 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 AVI 1048 registered?

AVI 1048 is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 July 2004.

Is AVI 1048 safe to buy?

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