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YLZ 1405

2004 BMW X3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

179,695 mi
Last recorded179,695 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 1405
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 179,695 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 158,200 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All vehicle brake discs slightly corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various small chips on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 158,094 miles

Windscreen washer not working intermittent as per wipers (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working Wiper control faulty (3.4 (a))

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

Rear Wiper blade torn

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 147,832 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 143,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre inner side wall slightly perished

Offside Rear Tyre inner side wall slightly perished

Pass 25 May 2017 140,524 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 137,489 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 133,708 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2015 133,648 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2014 127,245 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 121,420 miles

engine management light on

Fail 21 Mar 2013 121,420 miles

engine management light on

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 117,625 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 105,375 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 91,939 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 61,600 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 28,416 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 24,304 miles

small cut to o/s/f tyre tread

Fail 16 May 2007 24,304 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

small cut to o/s/f tyre tread

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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YLZ 1405 is a 2004 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YLZ 1405, 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 YLZ 1405 registered?

YLZ 1405 is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 12 June 2004.

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