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SIG 8599

2004 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,000 mi
Last recorded143,000 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 8599
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 143,000 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 141,392 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake performance at minimum requirement.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 137,446 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cutting inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 135,205 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner shoulders.

Handbrake performance only just meets minimum requirements.

Pass 5 Sep 2016 130,511 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 130,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 124,521 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 122,492 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 117,157 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 95,930 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 73,427 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 73,405 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 67,921 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 57,626 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 45,126 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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SIG 8599 is a 2004 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SIG 8599, 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

How do I check the history of SIG 8599?

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What year was SIG 8599 registered?

SIG 8599 is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is SIG 8599 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 8599 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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