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SL54 MJE

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

157,055 mi
Last recorded157,055 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 MJE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 157,055 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 157,050 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 153,938 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 147,953 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 147,953 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 142,944 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 142,944 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 138,237 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 138,237 miles

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

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

brake warning light on {amber} at dash

Pass 29 Sep 2011 128,954 miles

Engine mil lamp on

Pass 21 Sep 2010 108,921 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 88,058 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 68,658 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 68,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 50,974 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 50,974 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SL54 MJE is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SL54 MJE, 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 SL54 MJE registered?

SL54 MJE is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is SL54 MJE safe to buy?

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