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SF54 XPV

2004 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,285 mi
Last recorded169,285 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 XPV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 169,285 miles

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

under body rusty

Fail 29 May 2020 169,285 miles

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

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

under body rusty

Fail 21 May 2020 169,283 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

off side front level sensor secured by cable tie

under body suspension areas and components corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2019 156,984 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust manifold slight blow

Pass 16 Feb 2018 149,882 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on slight pitting at front metal brake pipes

advice on slight pitting at rear metal brake pipes

Fail 16 Feb 2018 149,882 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on slight pitting at front metal brake pipes

advice on slight pitting at rear metal brake pipes

Pass 14 Feb 2017 143,841 miles

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

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)

Offside Front suspension leveling device damaged

Fail 8 Feb 2017 143,841 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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)

Offside Front suspension leveling device damaged

Pass 2 Feb 2016 133,385 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 123,125 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 123,125 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 118,894 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)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 108,652 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 108,652 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 97,601 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 86,776 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 73,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 73,042 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear taillights upper portions inoperative.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 61,839 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 57,081 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 48,503 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SF54 XPV is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SF54 XPV, 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 SF54 XPV registered?

SF54 XPV is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is SF54 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF54 XPV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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