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A27 DOU

2010 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,073 mi
Last recorded123,073 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW X583,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 DOU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 123,073 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 115,577 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 115,577 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 113,651 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 111,102 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Inner tail light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 108,767 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 3 May 2022 108,766 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 May 2021 105,804 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 102,297 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 92,464 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 82,013 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 68,161 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 51,883 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 May 2015 46,832 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 36,424 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 36,424 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 27,597 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 27,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A27 DOU is a 2010 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 83,060 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 A27 DOU, 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 16 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A27 DOU registered?

A27 DOU is a 2010 BMW X5, first registered on 16 January 2010.

Is A27 DOU safe to buy?

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