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M13 XTS

2004 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

138,859 mi
Last recorded138,859 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 XTS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 138,859 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 122,956 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 107,121 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))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 97,917 miles

Nearside front outer track rod end has had heat applied to locking nut

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 88,473 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 84,923 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 84,923 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 81,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 77,711 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 75,605 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 73,012 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 71,643 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 70,550 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,533 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 67,831 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 65,398 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 64,577 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 61,950 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 61,950 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 59,877 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 56,423 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 54,155 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 49,805 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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M13 XTS is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 M13 XTS, 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 M13 XTS?

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What year was M13 XTS registered?

M13 XTS is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is M13 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 XTS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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