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FH04 VVT

2004 BMW X3

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

152,339 mi
Last recorded152,339 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 VVT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 152,339 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 152,339 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 149,569 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 146,792 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 144,886 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 144,886 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2016 142,364 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 138,409 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 132,032 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 118,763 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 108,782 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 97,367 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 May 2010 81,691 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 81,691 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 65,267 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 52,463 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 37,886 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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FH04 VVT is a 2004 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FH04 VVT, 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 FH04 VVT registered?

FH04 VVT is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is FH04 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 VVT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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