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LF53 NGN

2004 BMW X5

Silver Petrol 4619cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,240 mi
Last recorded89,240 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 NGN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,619cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 89,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 87,906 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 85,320 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 85,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2018 83,594 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 81,027 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear tyres slight wear to inner edge

Pass 22 Nov 2016 76,701 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 76,701 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 73,297 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 68,379 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 65,068 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 63,423 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 61,199 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 58,550 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 56,942 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 56,942 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,712 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 49,712 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 39,467 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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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LF53 NGN is a 2004 BMW X5 in Silver with a 4,619cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LF53 NGN, 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

How do I check the history of LF53 NGN?

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What year was LF53 NGN registered?

LF53 NGN is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is LF53 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 NGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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