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HV54 EFK

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,361 mi
Last recorded123,361 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 EFK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 123,361 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2026 123,360 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 121,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and inner side wall slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and inner side wall slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 119,799 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 118,114 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 118,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 116,613 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 115,367 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 115,367 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 114,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Feb 2019 111,409 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 111,409 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 108,262 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 105,125 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON

Pass 8 Mar 2016 101,402 miles

Engine M.I.L light on.

Fail 22 Feb 2016 101,357 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine m.i.l light on.

noise on reversing vehicle ....from rear section..

Fail 2 Mar 2015 98,309 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all four tyres starting to perish on side walls...

Pass 2 Mar 2015 98,309 miles

all four tyres starting to perish on side walls...

Pass 22 Jan 2014 92,581 miles

All 4 Tyres showing signs of perishing on side walls..

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Jan 2013 87,939 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 82,567 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 73,066 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 61,722 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 48,615 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 35,577 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 25,851 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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HV54 EFK is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 HV54 EFK, 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 HV54 EFK registered?

HV54 EFK is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is HV54 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 EFK shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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