2004 BMW X3 2.5L Petrol · RL04 FGP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows signs of emerging neglect following years of clean records. The most recent test in July 2022 at 142,226 miles indicated a pass despite a non-excessive oil leak and a rear tyre worn to the legal limit. This marks a shift from the previously period between 2019 and 2021, suggesting the vehicle is beginning to require more proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,465 miles per year. Between July 2019 and July 2022, the car covered roughly 7,000 miles, indicating low-intensity annual use. However, there is a significant four-year gap between the recorded 2022 MOT and the current date of June 2026. This lack of recent testing data creates a risk regarding the degradation of rubber components, fluids, and structural integrity, regardless of the low recorded mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension system, as the fractured offside rear coil spring recorded in July 2019 highlights a vulnerability to component fatigue. The oil leak noted in 2022 requires a physical check to ensure it has not worsened into a significant gasket failure or seal degradation. Given the age of the BMW and the time since the last MOT, pay close attention to perished bushes, seized brake calipers, and corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system, which are common failure points on this model.