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FP54 FMC

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

184,969 mi
Last recorded184,969 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 FMC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 184,969 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 179,336 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 172,256 miles

Offside rear seat belt not tested,child seat obstructing full inspection.

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 165,491 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 158,243 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)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 148,338 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 142,620 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 134,801 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 134,801 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 123,463 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 103,304 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 103,225 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 80,859 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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FP54 FMC is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FP54 FMC, 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 FP54 FMC registered?

FP54 FMC is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is FP54 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 FMC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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