2004 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · KW04 XLR
2004 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 211,638 miles. MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 211,638 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KW04 XLR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
- 211,638 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.
KW04 XLR 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 (KW04 XLR) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
KW04 XLR Mileage History
- 23/11/2022194,714 mi
- 18/12/2023199,550 mi+4,836 mi
- 16/12/2024205,695 mi+6,145 mi
- 18/12/2024205,713 mi+18 mi
- 17/12/2025211,638 mi+5,925 mi
Average of roughly 5,520 miles per year across 5 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: Good
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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.
- Rear Air Suspension LeaksSerious
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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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