2004 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · MF04 AUA
2004 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 282,924 km. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 282,924 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF04 AUA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 282,924 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MF04 AUA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW X5 (MF04 AUA) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
MF04 AUA Odometer History
- 28/11/2022163,256 mi
- 30/01/2023163,397 mi+141 mi
- 14/10/2024272,491 km
- 10/10/2025282,924 km+10,433 km
Average of roughly 41,756 km per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E53)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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The cast-zinc internal carrier for the exterior door handles is brittle and snaps, making it impossible to open the door from the outside.
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- Front CV Boots & DriveshaftsModerate
The front CV boots tear frequently, allowing dirt to destroy the outer CV joints. If caught early, it is a cheap fix; otherwise, the whole shaft needs replacement.
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