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FH54 BTX

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

175,937 mi
Last recorded175,937 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 BTX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 175,937 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 175,933 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 168,772 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 162,436 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 155,089 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 150,389 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 148,071 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 143,821 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 143,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 138,109 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 131,274 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 122,044 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 111,933 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 107,826 miles

intermitant fault tyre pressure indicator

Pass 27 Feb 2014 94,608 miles

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front tyre sidewall cut

wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 26 Feb 2014 94,608 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front tyre sidewall cut

tyre monitoring system warning lamp illuminated

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 28 Jan 2013 78,419 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 78,419 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

eml light on

Pass 21 Jan 2012 62,868 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 53,041 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 34,638 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 19,940 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 9,398 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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FH54 BTX is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FH54 BTX, 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 FH54 BTX?

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What year was FH54 BTX registered?

FH54 BTX is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 25 December 2004.

Is FH54 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 BTX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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