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EJ54 ZBE

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,745 mi
Last recorded68,745 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ54 ZBE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 68,745 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Dec 2021 68,745 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 66,542 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 66,487 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 64,882 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 64,872 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 64,843 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 61,312 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2012 56,690 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front registration plate damaged

Pass 17 Jan 2011 47,314 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,438 miles

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

hi-line brake light bulbs out

Fail 22 Feb 2010 39,438 miles

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

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

hi-line brake light bulbs out

Fail 23 Feb 2009 34,668 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 34,668 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 27,995 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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EJ54 ZBE is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 EJ54 ZBE, 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 EJ54 ZBE registered?

EJ54 ZBE is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 23 December 2004.

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