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A24 GLG

2011 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

138,602 mi
Last recorded138,602 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 GLG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 138,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 135,222 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 129,250 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 129,210 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2024 128,787 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 128,785 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blades deteriorated (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Pipe leaking (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damage tread depth 5mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald tread depth 6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm outer edge bald perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 127,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 120,615 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 120,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 116,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/4020 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 116,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 315/3520 inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/4020 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 110,695 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 103,147 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 103,145 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 90,220 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 90,218 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 75,445 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 75,444 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2015 60,336 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 45,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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A24 GLG is a 2011 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A24 GLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A24 GLG registered?

A24 GLG is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 28 February 2011.

Is A24 GLG safe to buy?

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