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H5 BYS

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,722 mi
Last recorded182,722 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 BYS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 May 2026 182,722 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2025 174,829 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 167,778 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 161,247 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 156,121 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 152,482 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 145,731 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 138,311 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 128,261 miles

under-body trays restricting view

Pass 10 Jun 2017 118,416 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 109,669 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 99,076 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 88,677 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 79,132 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 69,219 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 61,494 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 52,983 miles

o/s/f tyre tread cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2009 48,503 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 40,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 34,600 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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H5 BYS is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H5 BYS, 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 H5 BYS registered?

H5 BYS is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is H5 BYS safe to buy?

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