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B505 CAT

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,583 mi
Last recorded57,583 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB505 CAT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 57,583 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 56,871 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 55,530 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 55,481 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 53,027 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 50,552 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 47,582 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 47,582 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 46,185 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 44,224 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 42,372 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2016 40,576 miles

Both rear tyres has nails

Nearside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 39,228 miles

Emission is not Detected because the Vehicle is too clean

Offside Rear Tyre has Nail

Pass 6 Sep 2014 36,709 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 34,738 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 33,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 31,955 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 21,229 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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B505 CAT is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,059 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 B505 CAT, 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 19 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B505 CAT?

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What year was B505 CAT registered?

B505 CAT is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 1 August 2007.

Is B505 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B505 CAT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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