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HY54 PLV

2004 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,077 mi
Last recorded138,077 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 PLV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 138,077 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 130,217 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 119,044 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 119,041 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 98,745 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 87,146 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 80,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres are wearing on the outer edge

Pass 8 Dec 2010 70,693 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 9 Dec 2009 58,883 miles

Both rear tyres worn inner edges.

Fail 27 Nov 2009 58,549 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Both rear tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 45,903 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 38,099 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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HY54 PLV is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HY54 PLV, 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 HY54 PLV registered?

HY54 PLV is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is HY54 PLV safe to buy?

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