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AU55 DVH

2005 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

70,380 mi
Last recorded70,380 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DVH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 70,380 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 62,601 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 53,823 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 50,878 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 50,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 49,891 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 49,170 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 49,146 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 48,129 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 47,317 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 45,536 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 43,830 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 42,046 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 39,314 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 39,314 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 35,834 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 33,376 miles

o/s/f and o/s/r tyre walls perished

Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,070 miles

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 5 Sep 2011 27,875 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 24,734 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,055 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 20,055 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 16,622 miles

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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AU55 DVH is a 2005 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 98,671 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 AU55 DVH, 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 21 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU55 DVH registered?

AU55 DVH is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is AU55 DVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DVH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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