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GU54 DVM

2004 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

176,873 mi
Last recorded176,873 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 DVM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 176,873 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 172,244 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 163,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 154,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 146,744 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 146,744 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 139,085 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 134,675 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 127,205 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 120,235 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 113,370 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 106,755 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 106,541 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 100,988 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 100,984 miles

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

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)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 92,848 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 76,592 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 76,565 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 71,667 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 63,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

TWO CHILD SEATS FITTED TO REAR SEAT BELTS

Pass 10 Sep 2008 57,184 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 42,807 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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GU54 DVM is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GU54 DVM, 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 GU54 DVM registered?

GU54 DVM is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is GU54 DVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 DVM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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