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RX54 AXA

2004 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,640 mi
Last recorded136,640 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 AXA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 136,640 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 131,386 miles

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))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 125,084 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 117,680 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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 6 Sep 2016 109,190 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 101,944 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2015 101,942 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded integral to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded integral to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 96,821 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 91,151 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 87,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 85,792 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 85,792 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Sep 2010 72,845 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 72,845 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 60,151 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 58,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 44,832 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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RX54 AXA is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RX54 AXA, 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 RX54 AXA registered?

RX54 AXA is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is RX54 AXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 AXA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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