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X3 PKW

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

126,613 mi
Last recorded126,613 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 PKW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 126,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 27 May 2025 119,934 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 119,934 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 118,306 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 114,287 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front upper repaired by tape (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Poor beam images (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 111,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front most arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 107,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 105,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 99,474 miles

Oil leak H/lights misty

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 93,996 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 87,538 miles

Offside front headlight slightly low

Offside front link bar has a slight split in it

Fail 21 Jul 2017 87,527 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Offside front (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front headlight slightly low

Offside front link bar has a slight split in it

Pass 1 Aug 2016 80,913 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake requires attention

Pass 29 Jul 2015 74,844 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

h/brake req attention

Pass 31 Jul 2014 67,674 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 63,489 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 55,082 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 50,971 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 50,971 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 46,753 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside rear tyre tread showing signs of cracking.

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge,

Pass 16 Oct 2009 41,846 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 34,645 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 28,466 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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X3 PKW is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X3 PKW, 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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What year was X3 PKW registered?

X3 PKW is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is X3 PKW safe to buy?

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