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YR54 XLP

2004 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,847 mi
Last recorded105,847 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW X382,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 XLP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 105,847 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 97,008 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 97,008 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 89,960 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 89,960 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 84,023 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 77,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2013 71,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Aug 2012 63,800 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,649 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 58,415 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 54,411 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 47,918 miles

rear plate poor / n/s/r tyre close to limit / underbody covered in trims

Fail 26 Feb 2009 47,917 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear plate poor / n/s/r tyre close to limit / underbody covered in trims

Pass 4 Mar 2008 40,826 miles

unable to see rear springs fully/ all brake discs corroded/ rear pads low/ exhaust rusty/

Fail 3 Mar 2008 40,826 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

unable to see rear springs fully/ all brake discs corroded/ rear pads low/ exhaust rusty/

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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YR54 XLP is a 2004 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR54 XLP, 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 YR54 XLP?

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What year was YR54 XLP registered?

YR54 XLP is a 2004 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is YR54 XLP safe to buy?

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