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MF04 UWH

2004 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

154,847 mi
Last recorded154,847 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 UWH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 154,847 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play both rear suspension knuckle joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2025 149,542 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside front door outside handle slightly stiff to operated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake and suspension components heavily corroded

Fail 5 May 2025 149,542 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside front door outside handle slightly stiff to operated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake and suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2024 141,300 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

underbody has general corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2022 141,219 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 140,533 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 138,517 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 134,143 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 131,128 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 129,834 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 129,834 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 124,559 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 124,559 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 122,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 119,525 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 114,799 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 114,701 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 103,103 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 103,103 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 79,371 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)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 79,371 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 22 Mar 2008 54,463 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 45,812 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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MF04 UWH is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 MF04 UWH, 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 MF04 UWH registered?

MF04 UWH is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 25 March 2004.

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