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RF04 WGN

2004 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

187,637 mi
Last recorded187,637 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 WGN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 187,637 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2018 187,637 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 183,515 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 172,786 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Dec 2016 172,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To brake hose corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 115,903 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 144,640 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 132,550 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 132,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 117,731 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 98,585 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 98,585 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 74,548 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 51,265 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 42,990 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 34,029 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 27,134 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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RF04 WGN is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RF04 WGN, 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 RF04 WGN registered?

RF04 WGN is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is RF04 WGN safe to buy?

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