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SF54 XLX

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,502 mi
Last recorded111,502 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 XLX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 111,502 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 107,284 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 107,284 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 102,642 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 102,641 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 95,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 87,681 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 87,550 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 79,081 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 79,081 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2008 68,685 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 52,138 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 52,136 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front 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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SF54 XLX is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SF54 XLX, 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

How do I check the history of SF54 XLX?

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What year was SF54 XLX registered?

SF54 XLX is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is SF54 XLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF54 XLX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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