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BD54 OHC

2004 BMW X3

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

128,536 mi
Last recorded128,536 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 OHC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 128,536 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 116,984 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 9 Jan 2025 116,984 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 107,406 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 104,476 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 102,536 miles

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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 100,328 miles

rear shockers weak

Pass 12 Dec 2019 98,758 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 98,545 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 98,545 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 98,239 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 97,753 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 96,486 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 94,619 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 89,808 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 83,892 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 83,892 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2011 78,671 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 72,759 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 66,426 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 66,346 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,211 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,924 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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BD54 OHC is a 2004 BMW X3 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BD54 OHC, 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 BD54 OHC registered?

BD54 OHC is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 4 December 2004.

Is BD54 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 OHC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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