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FWD 7

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,073 mi
Last recorded36,073 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWD 7
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 36,073 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 35,704 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 35,308 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 34,945 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 34,670 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 34,083 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 33,373 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 32,981 miles

Nearside wiper slightly smears the windscreen

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Nov 2017 32,241 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 31,758 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 31,207 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,362 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,365 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 24,691 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 22,440 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 20,969 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 17,556 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,939 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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FWD 7 is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FWD 7, 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 FWD 7 registered?

FWD 7 is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is FWD 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWD 7 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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