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BM56 SAJ

2011 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,421 mi
Last recorded146,421 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM56 SAJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 146,421 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both nearside/offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 218,766 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 218,498 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 126,348 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 116,354 miles

emission to clean

Pass 11 Aug 2020 109,163 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 94,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted covering testable items

zero emissions readings

Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,745 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 68,190 miles

Rear tyres worn inner edges

Fail 24 Apr 2017 68,190 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 26 May 2016 64,852 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 64,832 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 62,438 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 56,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2015 56,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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BM56 SAJ is a 2011 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 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 BM56 SAJ, 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 15 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 BM56 SAJ registered?

BM56 SAJ is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 5 March 2011.

Is BM56 SAJ safe to buy?

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