The road tax status for RA54 MLE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RA54 MLE?

The MOT for RA54 MLE is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 February 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of RA54 MLE?

The recorded mileage for RA54 MLE is 166,680 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RA54 MLE ULEZ compliant?

No, RA54 MLE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 BMW X5 2.9L Diesel · RA54 MLE

RA54 MLE

2004 BMW X5 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 12/11/2004. Recorded mileage 166,680 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW X5
Year / Origin: 2004 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 23/02/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 166,680 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 166,680 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2926cc

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RA54 MLE Key Findings

20 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/02/2022
166,680 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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RA54 MLE Mileage History

15/11/200727,986 mi
10/11/200838,739 mi+10,753 mi
06/11/200953,569 mi+14,830 mi
10/11/200953,569 mi
17/12/201066,664 mi+13,095 mi
17/12/201066,664 mi
03/03/201281,931 mi+15,267 mi
14/02/201390,119 mi+8,188 mi
08/02/201496,030 mi+5,911 mi
09/03/2015105,861 mi+9,831 mi
07/03/2016116,982 mi+11,121 mi
09/03/2017129,450 mi+12,468 mi
05/12/2017137,937 mi+8,487 mi
06/12/2017137,939 mi+2 mi
04/12/2018144,153 mi+6,214 mi
04/12/2018144,154 mi+1 mi
20/02/2020152,578 mi+8,424 mi
24/02/2020152,581 mi+3 mi
05/02/2021157,670 mi+5,089 mi
22/02/2022166,680 mi+9,010 mi

Average of roughly 9,717 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

RA54 MLE MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW X5 (RA54 MLE) between November 2007 and February 2022.

The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 22 February 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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