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SD04 SFN

2004 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

223,889 mi
Last recorded223,889 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD04 SFN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 223,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at center of tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at center of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing showing sign of wear (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak engine ()

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 223,889 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at center of tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at center of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing showing sign of wear (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak engine ()

both wiper blades split at ends

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 219,177 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 212,512 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 212,512 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 206,618 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 193,290 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 164,865 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 136,784 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 106,610 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 75,867 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 45,976 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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SD04 SFN is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SD04 SFN, 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 SD04 SFN registered?

SD04 SFN is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is SD04 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD04 SFN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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