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EU04 EXC

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,477 mi
Last recorded91,477 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU04 EXC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 91,477 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 88,275 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 86,559 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 84,540 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 82,739 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 80,062 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 75,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 75,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 71,226 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 71,256 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 67,776 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Dec 2015 64,101 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 60,413 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 60,413 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 57,177 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 53,926 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 50,363 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 46,059 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 39,199 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 30,266 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 22,699 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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EU04 EXC is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EU04 EXC, 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 EU04 EXC?

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What year was EU04 EXC registered?

EU04 EXC is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is EU04 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU04 EXC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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