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FV54 SRO

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,940 mi
Last recorded78,940 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 SRO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 78,940 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 76,139 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 71,366 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 63,636 miles

tyre pressure monitor light on

Pass 2 Sep 2011 55,543 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 55,543 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 46,267 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 46,267 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 34,528 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 26,063 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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FV54 SRO is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV54 SRO, 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 FV54 SRO?

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What year was FV54 SRO registered?

FV54 SRO is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is FV54 SRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 SRO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV54 SRO have outstanding finance?

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