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DJ04 VAN

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

74,448 mi
Last recorded74,448 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJ04 VAN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 74,448 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 70,907 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

TPS light on

Pass 23 Feb 2023 68,893 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2023 68,880 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 65,959 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2022 65,959 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 63,758 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 62,864 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 60,830 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 57,223 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 54,804 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 50,306 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 46,757 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 43,424 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 40,520 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 35,841 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 31,201 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 31,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,139 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 24,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 18,933 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 14,511 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 14,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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DJ04 VAN is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DJ04 VAN, 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

How do I check the history of DJ04 VAN?

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What year was DJ04 VAN registered?

DJ04 VAN is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is DJ04 VAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJ04 VAN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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