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Y5 FKP

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,681 mi
Last recorded116,681 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 FKP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 116,681 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 109,868 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 101,089 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 101,089 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 94,119 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 86,788 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 79,748 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 72,570 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 68,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 68,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Inner Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,044 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 57,807 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 57,807 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,449 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 47,546 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 47,546 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 44,046 miles

Stone chip in windscreen outside of the swept area

Tyre pressure warning light illuminated

Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,161 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 33,957 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 18,488 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 13,937 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 11,086 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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Y5 FKP is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y5 FKP, 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 Y5 FKP registered?

Y5 FKP is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is Y5 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y5 FKP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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