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SN54 MVD

2004 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,223 mi
Last recorded138,223 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN54 MVD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 138,223 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 23 Mar 2019 138,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 3 Apr 2018 117,474 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 103,721 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 96,623 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 89,348 miles

small chips on screen

Fail 13 Oct 2014 89,348 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

small chips on screen

Pass 26 Nov 2013 83,468 miles

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

Offside Front 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 27 Nov 2012 75,388 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 14 Dec 2011 67,976 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 59,286 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 50,347 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 42,451 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 36,255 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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SN54 MVD is a 2004 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SN54 MVD, 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 SN54 MVD registered?

SN54 MVD is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is SN54 MVD safe to buy?

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