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PL53 HHF

2004 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,209 mi
Last recorded86,209 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL53 HHF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 86,209 miles

Rear park brake only just met braking efficiency may need adjustment or repair

Pass 7 Sep 2016 82,924 miles

Front washers only just provide sufficient washer liquid needs attention

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear park brake only just met efficiency the system may need adjustment or repair

Pass 22 Sep 2015 79,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear parking brake only just met braking efficiency 16%

Pass 6 Sep 2014 74,481 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 69,434 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 69,434 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 64,078 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 57,599 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 48,999 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 41,502 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 36,494 miles

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

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 1 Aug 2007 29,509 miles

Rear tyres 2mm

Pass 3 Aug 2006 22,594 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 22,594 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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PL53 HHF is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PL53 HHF, 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 PL53 HHF registered?

PL53 HHF is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is PL53 HHF safe to buy?

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