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R9 NMR

2004 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,732 mi
Last recorded155,732 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 NMR
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 155,732 miles

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

Rear axle corroded including suspension component

Pass 7 Feb 2024 153,414 miles

under tray cover fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2022 150,919 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 147,645 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 142,874 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Oct 2020 142,874 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2019 138,180 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 138,178 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 131,116 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 131,116 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 126,564 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 119,505 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 114,557 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 114,557 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 105,896 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 95,526 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 87,806 miles

front tyres low on edges

Pass 15 Jan 2011 75,100 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 29,873 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 50,417 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,887 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,698 miles

large sump and side covers fitted

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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R9 NMR is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R9 NMR, 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 R9 NMR registered?

R9 NMR is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is R9 NMR safe to buy?

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