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FY54 OFE

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

110,930 mi
Last recorded110,930 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 OFE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 110,930 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 110,930 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 109,855 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 107,548 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 107,546 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2023 103,556 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 100,921 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 96,668 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 94,851 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 94,851 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 89,749 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 86,218 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 82,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 77,839 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 74,288 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 71,501 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 69,033 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 61,740 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 53,658 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 39,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,883 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 28,360 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 20,959 miles

advise rear pads getting low

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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FY54 OFE is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FY54 OFE, 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 FY54 OFE?

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What year was FY54 OFE registered?

FY54 OFE is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is FY54 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 OFE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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