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FX04 WVF

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

110,466 mi
Last recorded110,466 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 WVF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 110,466 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 109,132 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 103,163 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 103,163 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 101,141 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 101,141 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 98,344 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 94,679 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 91,972 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 89,826 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 89,064 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 85,214 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,975 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 76,027 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 72,062 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 68,154 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 68,154 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 61,725 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 61,683 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 54,173 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 53,413 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 41,819 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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FX04 WVF is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WVF, 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 FX04 WVF registered?

FX04 WVF is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 June 2004.

Is FX04 WVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 WVF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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