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WV54 XTM

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

196,178 mi
Last recorded196,178 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV54 XTM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 196,178 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 192,482 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 176,678 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 176,677 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 156,832 miles

offside rear brake binding

offside rear brake has got hot

offside rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Jun 2020 150,236 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 150,236 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 146,301 miles

Oil leak

Rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 May 2018 142,783 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine oil leaking

Pass 8 Jun 2017 138,541 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 131,624 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 118,399 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2015 118,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 104,323 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 96,181 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 90,831 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 81,061 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 71,464 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 63,304 miles

belly pan fitted

nearside front tyre slight wear on outer edge

outer sills covered

Pass 23 Oct 2009 63,074 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 52,732 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 42,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WV54 XTM is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WV54 XTM, 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 WV54 XTM registered?

WV54 XTM is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is WV54 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV54 XTM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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