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BD04 FYF

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,160 mi
Last recorded107,160 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 FYF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 107,160 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 95,405 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 90,201 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight damage n/s/r inner sidewall

Pass 24 Jul 2013 83,746 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 80,581 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

air bag failure warning light flashed on and off during test drive.

rear brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

small cut on inner sidewall of nearside rear tyre, no cords exposed.

Fail 9 Mar 2013 80,581 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

air bag failure warning light flashed on and off during test drive.

rear brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

small cut on inner sidewall of nearside rear tyre, no cords exposed.

Pass 8 Mar 2012 73,053 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 63,666 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 63,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 55,333 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 43,305 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 34,410 miles

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

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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BD04 FYF is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD04 FYF, 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 BD04 FYF registered?

BD04 FYF is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is BD04 FYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 FYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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