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K26 MSG

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

145,317 mi
Last recorded145,317 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK26 MSG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 145,317 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 141,827 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 134,096 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 127,743 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 127,739 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 123,096 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 121,479 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view mark across offside of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 121,479 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view mark across offside of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 121,433 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 120,597 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Jan 2018 120,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 116,926 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 108,587 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Nearside Rear tyre worn to 2.5mm of tread and perishing

Offside Rear tyre worn to 2.5mm of tread and perishing

coolant leak

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 20 Dec 2014 98,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 89,898 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wiper blades split

offside rear brake caliper anti rattle spring missing

Pass 11 Dec 2012 82,594 miles

Both front wipers are smearing slightly

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 82,594 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Both front wipers are smearing slightly

Engine oil level is getting low

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2011 75,355 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 69,172 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 56,097 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 44,772 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 44,250 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 31,571 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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K26 MSG 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 78.3%.

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 K26 MSG, 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 K26 MSG registered?

K26 MSG is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is K26 MSG safe to buy?

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