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FD04 VJG

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,529 mi
Last recorded127,529 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 VJG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 127,529 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 123,149 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 123,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre pressure monitoring lamp on.

Pass 20 Mar 2019 119,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 119,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 116,477 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 109,675 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 109,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall caused by damage (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 103,921 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 103,921 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 101,379 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 93,892 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 86,547 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 81,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 73,536 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 66,428 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 47,109 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 42,236 miles

front brake pad wear borderline

rear tyres 1.6mm only just legal

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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FD04 VJG is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc 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 FD04 VJG, 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 FD04 VJG registered?

FD04 VJG is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2004.

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