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K70 STH

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,288 mi
Last recorded147,288 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK70 STH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 147,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 134,987 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Sep 2015 134,830 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 128,080 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 128,080 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 122,437 miles

Both rear tyres wearing thin. N/S approx 2.5mm O/S approx 3.5mm tread

Pass 10 Nov 2012 115,594 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 108,582 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 108,582 miles

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 92,170 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 79,887 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 56,742 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 36,230 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 36,230 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 34,848 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2007 34,848 miles

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

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

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

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

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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K70 STH is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K70 STH, 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 K70 STH registered?

K70 STH is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 26 June 2004.

Is K70 STH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K70 STH shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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