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GN54 YSC

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

122,286 mi
Last recorded122,286 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 YSC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 122,286 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 113,577 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2023 113,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 105,656 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 105,656 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 98,740 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2021 98,740 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 94,282 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 92,323 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 90,783 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 81,768 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 81,768 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 76,522 miles

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Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 74,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

bodywork has dent

nearside front and offside rear tyre outer wall has cuts

Fail 14 Jul 2015 74,525 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

bodywork has dent

nearside front and offside rear tyre outer wall has cuts

Pass 19 Jul 2014 68,743 miles

nsr tyre has a cut/tear inside wall

Pass 4 Jul 2013 61,784 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 54,526 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 51,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside rear tyre inner sidewall damaged

Pass 7 May 2011 51,285 miles

Offside rear tyre inner sidewall damaged

Pass 8 May 2010 49,483 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,068 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 37,360 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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GN54 YSC 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 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN54 YSC, 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 GN54 YSC registered?

GN54 YSC is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is GN54 YSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 YSC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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