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X30 BEM

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,066 mi
Last recorded114,066 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX30 BEM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 114,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 109,720 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 102,989 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 96,586 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 16 Mar 2017 91,102 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 86,497 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 82,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 77,307 miles

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

off side rear coil spring ..pig tail broken broken but still retained in lower cup

Pass 18 Mar 2013 71,569 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2012 65,799 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 60,817 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 51,503 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 45,994 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 38,851 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 38,851 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 30,230 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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X30 BEM is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 X30 BEM, 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

How do I check the history of X30 BEM?

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What year was X30 BEM registered?

X30 BEM is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is X30 BEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X30 BEM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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