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B13 PLB

2005 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,849 mi
Last recorded103,849 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X598,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 PLB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 103,849 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 100,226 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 98,886 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 96,224 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 94,900 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 93,729 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 93,729 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 89,036 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 84,174 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 81,117 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 78,509 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 75,451 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 72,751 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 69,206 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 66,159 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 62,430 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 62,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 58,398 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 51,670 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 46,246 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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B13 PLB is a 2005 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B13 PLB, 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 B13 PLB registered?

B13 PLB is a 2005 BMW X5, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is B13 PLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 PLB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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