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RF54 YBK

2004 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,991 mi
Last recorded118,991 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 YBK
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 118,991 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 110,384 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 99,954 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 99,832 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 87,113 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 73,826 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 73,826 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 71,581 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 60,553 miles

Advise N/S/F tyre low on air

Advise engine under covers fitted

Advise sill covers fitted

Advise slight delay in O/S/R brake light illuminating compared with others

Advise underbody covers fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2010 60,550 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise N/S/F tyre low on air

Advise engine under covers fitted

Advise sill covers fitted

Advise slight delay in O/S/R brake light illuminating compared with others

Advise underbody covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2009 50,516 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,118 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 31,569 miles

Front brake pads worn close to mot limits

Nearside and offside front tyres worn low 3mm tread

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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RF54 YBK is a 2004 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RF54 YBK, 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 RF54 YBK registered?

RF54 YBK is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 6 November 2004.

Is RF54 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF54 YBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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