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WM04 VGT

2004 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

102,758 mi
Last recorded102,758 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW X596,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 VGT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 102,758 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 100,030 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 92,463 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 81,934 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 64,253 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 57,550 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 57,494 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 55,596 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 52,783 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,762 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 46,445 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 42,539 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2012 39,405 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 36,656 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 34,039 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 30,789 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 26,098 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 21,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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WM04 VGT is a 2004 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WM04 VGT, 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 WM04 VGT?

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What year was WM04 VGT registered?

WM04 VGT is a 2004 BMW X5, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is WM04 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM04 VGT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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