2004 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · AP53 DVR
2004 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 149,831 miles. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,831 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP53 DVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2025
- 149,831 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP53 DVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW X5 (AP53 DVR) between November 2021 and September 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
AP53 DVR Mileage History
- 01/11/2021132,615 mi
- 14/10/2022136,221 mi+3,606 mi
- 13/10/2023139,896 mi+3,675 mi
- 27/09/2024146,506 mi+6,610 mi
- 29/09/2025149,831 mi+3,325 mi
Average of roughly 4,403 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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