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BD54 MVF

2004 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

182,487 mi
Last recorded182,487 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 MVF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 182,487 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 180,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 179,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade split but still clears the screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 177,639 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Dec 2022 177,638 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald to inner edge - worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 175,105 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 175,103 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 167,366 miles

Handbrake travel high

Pass 16 Oct 2019 156,399 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 16 Oct 2019 156,399 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 148,398 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 148,398 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s upper side light not working

tyre pressure monitor light on dash

Pass 12 Oct 2017 141,644 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 136,519 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 130,661 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 124,806 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 121,486 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 117,962 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 117,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 107,332 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 107,332 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 86,854 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 66,005 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 46,889 miles

near side front and both rear tyres close to limit

Fail 17 Dec 2007 46,889 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

near side front and both rear tyres close to limit

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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BD54 MVF is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 BD54 MVF, 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 BD54 MVF registered?

BD54 MVF is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is BD54 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 MVF shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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