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SV04 LXE

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,315 mi
Last recorded99,315 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV04 LXE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 99,315 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 94,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 94,682 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 86,957 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 66,914 miles

headlamp washers not working not fitted with h.i.d. headlamps.

Fail 15 May 2012 66,912 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

headlamp washers not working not hid headlamps

rear washers not working leak at rear

Pass 13 Apr 2011 52,926 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)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,606 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,314 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 16,746 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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SV04 LXE 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 90%.

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 SV04 LXE, 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 SV04 LXE registered?

SV04 LXE is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is SV04 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV04 LXE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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