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DU54 XEJ

2004 BMW X5

Beige Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

121,699 mi
Last recorded121,699 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU54 XEJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 121,699 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 109,140 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 108,254 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 107,559 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 105,001 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 97,911 miles

Hand brake only just met the requirements

Pass 6 Oct 2019 96,480 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 94,228 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 92,133 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 91,085 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 91,085 miles

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 89,705 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 88,959 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 87,364 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 79,035 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 58,536 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 54,110 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 43,120 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 31,119 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 22,616 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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DU54 XEJ is a 2004 BMW X5 in Beige with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DU54 XEJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU54 XEJ registered?

DU54 XEJ is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is DU54 XEJ safe to buy?

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