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MC04 GCX

2004 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,358 mi
Last recorded121,358 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 GCX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 121,358 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 112,163 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 101,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Slight corrosion; Rear subframe

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 94,832 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Feb 2014 94,829 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jan 2013 85,567 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 85,567 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 76,667 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 69,695 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 62,709 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 52,900 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 52,900 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 12 Feb 2008 43,502 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 36,193 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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MC04 GCX is a 2004 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MC04 GCX, 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 MC04 GCX registered?

MC04 GCX is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is MC04 GCX safe to buy?

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