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CU04 NRF

2004 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

220,740 mi
Last recorded220,740 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 NRF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 220,740 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 213,833 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 204,459 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 196,896 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 193,321 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 185,609 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 175,724 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2017 175,721 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc n/s (2.5.C.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc o/s (2.5.C.1a)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint n/s front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint o/s front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 175,715 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

plastic under trays fitted covering the majority of the underside of vehicle

Pass 25 Sep 2015 164,040 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 164,040 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both front (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 15,436 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 45,184 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 127,466 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 127,465 miles

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

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 103,756 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 103,754 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 80,481 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 62,420 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 62,420 miles

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

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

unable to see many test items

Pass 11 Dec 2008 40,175 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 36,026 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,043 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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CU04 NRF is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 96,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU04 NRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU04 NRF registered?

CU04 NRF is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is CU04 NRF safe to buy?

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