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EJ04 XTP

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

224,698 mi
Last recorded224,698 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 XTP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 224,698 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 219,655 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 214,327 miles

Both front shocker stanchions have slight corrosion

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 207,022 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber stantion corroded

Offside Front shock absorber stantion corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

unable to check rear seat belts due to load

Fail 21 Aug 2017 207,022 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front shock absorber stantion corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front shock absorber stantion corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bulb failure light illuminated

eml illuminated

runflat indicator illuminated

unable to check rear seat belts due to load

Pass 23 Aug 2016 196,266 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 180,334 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 169,030 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2013 154,106 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 130,474 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 130,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 111,874 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 111,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2010 902,080 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 75,917 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 19 May 2008 58,975 miles

OIL LEAK FROM TRANSFER GEARBOX DRIVE SHAFT SEAL

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 May 2008 58,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

OIL LEAK FROM TRANSFER GEARBOX DRIVE SHAFT SEAL

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2007 43,492 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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EJ04 XTP is a 2004 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 EJ04 XTP, 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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EJ04 XTP is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2004.

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