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SO04 LRF

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,445 mi
Last recorded118,445 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO04 LRF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2016 118,445 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 109,215 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 102,851 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,485 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 86,413 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 75,969 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 64,650 miles

all tyres close to limit

elements of high level stop light not working

Pass 15 Apr 2009 51,513 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 39,293 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 29,761 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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SO04 LRF is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SO04 LRF, 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 SO04 LRF registered?

SO04 LRF is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is SO04 LRF safe to buy?

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