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A8 LEP

2016 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

101,981 mi
Last recorded101,981 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X556,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 LEP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 101,981 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2026 74,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 96,485 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 67,122 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 92,552 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 59,099 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 87,371 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 51,466 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 83,674 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 45,803 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 45,803 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 80,246 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 39,515 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 74,262 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 74,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2019 29,302 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 66,118 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 59,005 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 51,608 miles

front pads low.... screw damage to o/s/r tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2015 42,063 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2014 32,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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A8 LEP is a 2016 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2016 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 56,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A8 LEP, 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 10 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 LEP registered?

A8 LEP is a 2016 BMW X5, first registered on 11 May 2016.

Is A8 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 LEP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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