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GV54 VAU

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

107,703 mi
Last recorded107,703 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 VAU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 107,703 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover adrift

Offside Rear Shock absorber dust cover adrift

Pass 10 May 2024 102,310 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 95,209 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 94,537 miles

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))

Fail 24 May 2022 94,537 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working Noise from pump and bottle full. Possible blockage (3.5 (a))

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))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 93,823 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2019 93,823 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 93,283 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 92,243 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 90,776 miles

Engine has a slight oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2014 89,987 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 83,105 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 73,443 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 62,955 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 53,982 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 42,445 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 31,568 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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GV54 VAU is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GV54 VAU, 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 GV54 VAU registered?

GV54 VAU is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is GV54 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 VAU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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