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FM04 PPX

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,990 mi
Last recorded101,990 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 PPX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2012 101,990 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 91,918 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 75,435 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 59,238 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2008 41,790 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 41,790 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 28,606 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

all 4 tyres starting to crack between treads

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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FM04 PPX is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FM04 PPX, 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 FM04 PPX?

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What year was FM04 PPX registered?

FM04 PPX is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is FM04 PPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 PPX shows 7 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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