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SF54 XXM

2004 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

154,443 mi
Last recorded154,443 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 XXM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 154,443 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 147,095 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 130,115 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 124,205 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 118,416 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 115,911 miles

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

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2013 110,051 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 102,451 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 89,882 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 89,882 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 79,489 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 65,520 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 58,230 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 58,230 miles

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

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

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 22 Oct 2007 42,375 miles

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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SF54 XXM is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SF54 XXM, 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 SF54 XXM registered?

SF54 XXM is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is SF54 XXM safe to buy?

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