2004 BMW X5 3.0L Petrol · GX53 VEW
2004 BMW X5 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 138,900 miles. MOT expired on 16 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GX53 VEW Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2021
- 138,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GX53 VEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW X5 (GX53 VEW) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GX53 VEW Mileage History
- 17/11/2021138,900 mi
- 17/11/2021138,900 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 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: Below Average
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- Door Handle Carrier SnappingModerate
The cast-zinc internal carrier for the exterior door handles is brittle and snaps, making it impossible to open the door from the outside.
- Rear Air Suspension LeaksSerious
The rear air bags perish and develop leaks. If left, the compressor will overwork and fail, leading to a much larger bill.
- 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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