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DM03 LTM

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

162,606 mi
Last recorded162,606 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM03 LTM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 162,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 150,702 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 150,672 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 Dec 2014 142,200 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 142,200 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 132,905 miles

Brakepad warning light on

Fail 25 Nov 2013 132,895 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakepad warning light on

Pass 14 Nov 2012 124,997 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 124,997 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 117,826 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 117,826 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 109,655 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 100,659 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 100,650 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 83,965 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 60,285 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 60,285 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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DM03 LTM is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 DM03 LTM, 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 DM03 LTM registered?

DM03 LTM is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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