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BT54 AVU

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

115,121 mi
Last recorded115,121 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 AVU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 115,121 miles

O/S AND N/S REAR TYRES HAVE CURB DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALLS

Pass 28 Apr 2020 110,540 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2020 110,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 104,238 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test objects hanging from mirror. ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s seat appears insecure. rectify asap. ()

Fail 18 Mar 2019 104,237 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test objects hanging from mirror. ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s seat appears insecure. rectify asap. ()

Pass 5 Apr 2018 96,325 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 18 Sep 2017 93,562 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 86,725 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 86,698 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 78,135 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 73,367 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 71,374 miles

All tyres cracking within tread

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2012 65,356 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 57,972 miles

Rear tyres are of a differant speed rating.

Fail 29 Sep 2011 57,972 miles

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

Rear tyres are of a differant speed rating.

Pass 4 Oct 2010 49,938 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 39,459 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise front and rear pads low

Pass 29 Sep 2008 29,962 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 21,008 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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BT54 AVU is a 2004 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BT54 AVU, 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 BT54 AVU registered?

BT54 AVU is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is BT54 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 AVU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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