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ST54 JRU

2004 BMW X3

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,586 mi
Last recorded93,586 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 JRU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 93,586 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 87,697 miles

both front tyres worn

nearside rear tyre worn

Fail 20 Nov 2012 87,568 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

(3.1.6b)When the park brake lever is applied it is close to the end of its working travel

(4.1D.4)The instrument display Tyre Pressure Monitoring Warning Lamp is illuminated indicating that a fault is present.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.91mm

(6.2B.1)The nearside front door check-strap securing device is insecure

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 27 Oct 2011 71,101 miles

rear brake discs worn

Fail 26 Oct 2011 71,101 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Oct 2010 56,792 miles

(2.0)The front lower underside has a undershield fitted

(2.4C.2)The offside and the nearside front suspension spring cups that house the springs do not permit the springs Butt Ends to locate correctly,

(2.5B.1a)The nearside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter small end to drive shaft securing clip is missing

(3.7.2d)The front service brakes efforts during their reducing mode are at 19%,which indicates they are ready for service/repairs

(3.7.2d)The front service brakes out of balance during their increase mode are at 20%,which indicates they are ready for service/repairs

(5.2.6)The offside and the nearside front lower outer sills have protective covers fitted

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

the spring seat inserts provided have a shoulder which the spring ends are Butted to,this may be the normal which is an ongoing investigation with VOSA

Pass 2 May 2009 37,439 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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ST54 JRU is a 2004 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ST54 JRU, 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.

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ST54 JRU is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 16 December 2004.

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