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DSZ 4581

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,434 mi
Last recorded117,434 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 4581
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 117,434 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 117,434 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shocker dust cover insecure

Pass 5 Sep 2020 109,835 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 99,283 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 97,129 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 93,397 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Dec 2017 93,397 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 89,803 miles

Engine covers fitted

Sill trims fitted

Undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Dec 2016 89,803 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted

Sill trims fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2015 86,354 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 85,027 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 81,740 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 77,266 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 69,069 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 61,076 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 51,266 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 41,642 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 41,642 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 31,689 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 14,824 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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DSZ 4581 is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DSZ 4581, 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 DSZ 4581 registered?

DSZ 4581 is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is DSZ 4581 safe to buy?

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