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CX54 CXJ

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,271 mi
Last recorded131,271 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX54 CXJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 131,271 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 131,271 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 123,678 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 116,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 30 Apr 2014 116,341 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 22 Apr 2013 101,191 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

O/s/f shock absorber weeping

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2012 87,249 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 74,531 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 74,525 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 61,163 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 47,043 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 30,732 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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CX54 CXJ is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CX54 CXJ, 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 CX54 CXJ registered?

CX54 CXJ is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is CX54 CXJ safe to buy?

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