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XNZ 4491

2004 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

88,963 mi
Last recorded88,963 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNZ 4491
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 88,963 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 83,868 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 82,256 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2022 78,453 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 64,930 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 58,198 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 52,412 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,384 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2016 45,384 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,809 miles

front and rear pads 50% worn

Pass 9 Jun 2014 30,341 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,867 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 25,140 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/side front outer wall scuffed

Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,140 miles

n/side front outer wall scuffed

Pass 7 Jun 2011 22,361 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 22,361 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2010 19,306 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 16,825 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 16,652 miles

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

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 Jun 2008 13,266 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Pass 30 May 2007 9,002 miles

all tyres cracked.

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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XNZ 4491 is a 2004 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XNZ 4491, 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 XNZ 4491 registered?

XNZ 4491 is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 4 June 2004.

Is XNZ 4491 safe to buy?

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