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FX04 WVD

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,461 mi
Last recorded172,461 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 WVD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 172,461 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body components has surface corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2021 165,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 158,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 151,348 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 143,901 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 138,372 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 132,300 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 127,366 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 117,505 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 105,347 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 105,347 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 92,630 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 92,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 78,962 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 78,962 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 65,243 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 53,355 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 39,837 miles

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

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

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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FX04 WVD 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 83.3%.

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 FX04 WVD, 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.

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What year was FX04 WVD registered?

FX04 WVD is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 28 June 2004.

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